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Caring people
A feel good story, that kinda restores my faith in humanity ➥
Strangers on a train: GO riders unite to help Syrian family get to their destination - Toronto - CBC News
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Re: Caring people
Nice story, Gord.
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Re: Caring people
Yes. There are still good people around.
Where we live now (Canary Islands) there is always a smile and a helping hand. Loads of patience and compassion and solidarity.
THX for sharing!
Have a fine day!
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Re: Caring people
There is a spot of helping lands in the world. Nice Story you mention!
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Re: Caring people
Gordie,
Thanks for
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it. The unseen connection between humans works again, to people's benefits.
All the very best,
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