With the Russian invasion of Ukraine I have been having an existential moment regarding my writing. Although I am currently in the process of a crime novel I feel myself taking a break from crime and violence. In search of more feel good reading I came across this article published by QUORA. These days we all could use a bit of Ubuntu.
An anthropologist showed a game to a group of children of an African tribe. He placed a basket of delicious fruits near a tree trunk and told them: The first child to reach the tree will get the basket. When he gave them the start signal, he was surprised that they were walking together, holding hands until they reached the tree and shared the fruit!
When he asked them why they do that, when one of you could have got the basket all for them self! They answered with astonishment: Ubuntu.
“That is, how can one of us be happy while the rest are miserable?” Ubuntu in their civilisation means: I am because we are.
That tribe knows the secret of happiness that has been lost in all societies that transcended them, and they consider themselves as being the civilised societies!
Carol Balawyder 
🙏❤
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Very nice written you. Beautiful photo.
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That’s a good lesson for us all, Carol. Thanks for sharing that story.
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Anneli, I am so tired of hearing about all the deaths because of one man’s war. We need to make our planet a peaceful and beautiful place. Not one filled with hate and destruction.
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I know! The Captain and I were just saying today how much we wish we could just go back to a world that was more stable.
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Thank you for sharing this story, Carol. ❤️
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You’re welcome, Jill. I only wish those who really need to read this story would hear it but I feel their hearts are too closed. Your novels contribute to a more loving world. ❤
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I wish the same, Carol. What a nice thing to say. I appreciate your thoughtful words. xo
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Cooperation and caring are where it’s at. Hi. Enjoy the day! Neil S.
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Thanks, Neil. You are so right! xxx
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And we dare to call them uncivilized. Hmm…
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We live in a difficult and sad time,
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It’s not just that I need to win but others must lose, attitude is part of the problem these days! Why can’t we all win? I love this story.
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Thanks, Darlene. I love what you said; why can’t we all win. Have a wonderful weekend.
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What an uplifting story! How I wish the world could be more like this. You have unselfishly helped me so much in my life. I thank you for all the kind acts you do for me and your readers. We certainly need some good news, my friend, so thank you for posting this. Blessings back,
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Thanks, Ellie. The world can use more and more blessings. xxx
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Einstein seemed to have uncovered truths not only about physics. He also said “We have no other means of self-defense than our solidarity”… Thank you for the great reminder!
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Loved you post Hope you are doing well Hugs ________________________________
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Marieanne, I am so happy to see you here. As I watched the Olympics (particularly interested in the skaters) I was thinking of you and wondering how you are. I hope you and your family are well. So proud of Poland.
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Thank you, Carol, for the reminder that there’s still good in the world. 🙂
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Isn’t it a tragedy that we must be reminded of that. Thanks for your comment, Mark.
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That’s a beautiful story. Community is family, it makes sense to want to share the basket.
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Thanks for this beautiful and inspirational share Carol. ❤
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Thanks for sharing a wonderful story!.. the children are doing what everyone should do, listen to and follow their heart.. “Don’t be pushed around by the fears in your mind. Be led by the dreams in your heart.” ( Roy T. Bennett )… 🙂
Until we meet again..
May love and laughter light your days,
and warm your heart and home.
May good and faithful friends be yours,
wherever you may roam.
May peace and plenty bless your world
with joy that long endures.
May all life’s passing seasons
bring the best to you and yours!
(Irish Saying)
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What a great attitude you’ve got!
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