Muslim-Owned Restaurant Offers The True Spirit of Christmas.

Exactly, the True Spirit of Christmas.

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A Muslim-owned restaurant in London is offering a three-course meal to homeless and elderly people on Christmas Day so that “no one eats alone”.

Shish Restaurant, in Sidcup, is asking local residents to spread the word of its offer and has put up posters saying “We are here to sit with you” on 25 December.

The restaurant urged people to share its plan through social media – where the initiative was widely praised.

Vicky Lanfear wrote on Facebook:

“This is the most selfless gesture I have ever seen and they should be recognised as a pillar of the community.”

Suzannah Harris added:

“What a lovely gesture; a restaurant that gives something back instead of merely seeing Xmas as a time to cash in. Will definitely visit in the new year if ever in the area.”

Linda Leach wrote:

“There is still kindness in this world. Amazing people.”

The FREE three-course…

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We Bought a Meal for a Cheerful Syrian Man. He Paid it Forward in a Really Big Way.

Such a great story to counter the Trump outlandish statements

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We met a young Syrian man at a vegan restaurant who had such a bright friendly smile that we couldn’t resist paying for his lunch.

We also gave him an “unconditional love for $0” receipt to pay it forward. He read it and thanked us.

Then he walked to the cashier and without hesitation, he said he’d like to pay the meals of everyone at the restaurant! The cashier’s eyes almost fell out of their sockets and we all looked at each other in awe.

“You want to pay for everyone? 5 tables?” she asked.

He then asked me for more love receipts to give away.

“I’m glad I didn’t meet you at a steak house or my bill would’ve been so expensive!” he joked.

It uplifted the entire restaurant and his gift inspired others to pay it forward too.

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Video Of Kids Singing To Teacher With Cancer Is Going Viral. At 1:05, I Understood Why.

Original post from Inspire More

‘………….By Randall Neely

Just months after being transferred to Staten Island’s Public School 22, veteran teacher Adriana Lopez was diagnosed with breast cancer. Yet, in the midst of painful surgeries an chemotherapy treatments, this teacher’s love and dedication to her fourth grade class never weakened.

To show their appreciation for their beloved teacher, the school choir planned a surprise performance just for her. Under choir director Gregg Breinberg, they chose to sing the perfect song of support: Martina McBrides, “I’m Gonna Love You Through It,” a cancer survivor anthem.

Breinberg explained that Adriana has always been a teacher who was first to arrive and last to leave – proving her devotion to her kids. The love was returned when the class dedicated this heart-felt performance of that inspiring song to the one who cared for them every day, even when she was hurting.

This video has received over one million hits within two days and it’s because of the deep love and compassion behind every note of the song.

Share this incredible video with your friends and family TODAY! 

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A Rich Man Took His Son To See What It Was Like To Be Poor, And This Is What Happened

Good Romans and Bad Romans

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Rabbi Judah was a great sage, a wealthy man, and the leader of the Jewish People in the Land of Israel. He was admired and respected by everyone. But when Rabbi Judah was a little baby he had come very close to being killed. This is how it happened.

Rabbi Judah was born not long after Rabbi Akiba was put to death for teaching the Torah. The Romans were angry with the Jews because they had revolted against Roman rule, so the government decreed that it be forbidden to teach the Torah or to circumcise newborns.

When Rabbi Judah was born his mother and father decided to defy the Roman decree and circumcise him as the Torah commands. When the mayor of the city heard what had happened he summoned Rabban Simeon ben Gamaliel and asked him why he had violated the Emperor’s decree by circumcising his son.

Rabban Simeon…

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AMAZING STORY FROM THAILAND

Reblogged from Gentle Kindness , originally on Endless Light and Love

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Namaste my friends,

Lets see how dry your eyes are after watching this short video.

Remember Karma!

Namaste
Mark  …….’

Inspiring Images of Social Care 2015: The winners

Original post from Community Care

‘………..by Gary Brigden

The overall winner of the 2015 Inspiring Images of Social Care competition was submitted by Equal Arts, a charity delivering arts and older people’s projects in NE England

The winners of Community Care’s third ‘Inspiring Images of Social Care’ photography competition have been decided.

The competition, which is sponsored by Caritas recruitment, recognises the dedication of professionals working across the sector and the achievements of people they support.

This year’s judging panel praised the quality of all the entries, but voted the image of a weekly transgenerational session at Cranlea Care Home in Newcastle the overall winner.

The winning pic was snapped by older people’s charity, Equal Arts, who said: “irrelevant of age, those involved are captivated by the same thing”. The organisation can now nominate a social care charity of their choice to receive a £500 donation.

The image will also feature alongside the other 11 pictures below in a 2016 charity calendar, which will be sent out to thousands of social professionals. Thanks to everyone who submitted pictures and to our judges.

 

Resident Ernie Prior loves chatting to staff member Eileen Farngalo and sharing his experience of the war. It’s so important to have someone to talk to who really cares.

A young person supported at Quarriers Beaumonds Service, which provides short breaks for children and young people with disabilities aged 8-18.

 

Peggy and Pat could not stop laughing when we tried to photograph them having afternoon tea and this image captures that feeling of joy

Care assistant Chris Coombes and resident Frances Quartermaine illustrate the special bond between our residents and the people who care for them and the most important quality that we look for in all staff – kindness.

Sam and Heidi have developed a special type of relationship in a very short time. Heidi’s training will help Sam as he gets older. She will learn to sense building anxiety in Sam, leading him away from situations that might be detrimental to his wellbeing

A young person supported at Quarriers Beaumonds Service, which provides short breaks for children and young people with disabilities aged 8-18.

Nick and Jamie became friends on one of our supported holidays. Such a joy to see new friendships blossom

 

The photo shows Belle during a session where residents and artists were using their bodies to create artwork.

The overall winner of the 2015 Inspiring Images of Social Care competition was submitted by Equal Arts, a charity delivering arts and older people’s projects in NE England

 

 

What the judges said:

“I voted for Sanctuary Care’s picture of Peggy and Patricia because this is such a positive image of older women enjoying life,” said Adi Cooper, adult safeguarding lead at the Association of Directors of Adult Social Services.

Sally Cairns, professional lead for social care at Berkshire NHS Trust, said of the Child’s i Foundation’s image: “The evident bond shown here is wonderful.”

Gidon O’Hana, client relationship director at Caritas, said of another winning image from the Equal Arts charity: “Belle looks so happy and engaged with her art – you are never too old to have a great time.”

Debbie Smith, CEO of Caritas, added: “It is so important to celebrate and promote the positive impact social care workers have on service users on a daily basis and what better way to do that than this amazing calendar.”

The 2015 judging panel
Debbie Smith, CEO, Caritas
Gidon Ohana, client relationship director, Caritas
David Bunce, director of adult social care, Gateshead Council
Pam McConnell, CEO, Five Rivers Fostering
Dame Lorna Boreland-Kelly, CEO, Bokell Associates
Richard Servian, children’s services commissioning manager, Dudley MBC
Peter Hay, executive director of people, Birmingham City Council
Dr Adi Cooper, adult safeguarding lead, Association of Directors of Adult Social Services
Andrew Errington, professional head of social work, Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Partnership NHS Trust
Nicola Cockshoot, senior practitioner, Northamptonshire Council
Peter Hampton, Mental Capacity Act coordinator, Staffordshire Council
Lisa Harris, principal social worker, Walsall Council
Sally Cairns, professional lead for social care, Berkshire NHS
Suzanne Smith, head of service, All Age Disability
David Soley, service manager for Care Act implementation, Warwickshire Council
Kate Wilson, client partner, TMP Worldwide
Nushra Mansuri, professional officer, BASW

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   Inspiring Images of Social Care: Enter our 2014 charity photo competition

   Social Worker of the Year Awards 2013: The Winners   ………’

 

 

The Old Man And His Family

So true

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A frail old man went to live with his son, daughter-in-law, and a four-year old grandson. The old man’s hands trembled, his eyesight was blurred, and his step faltered. The family ate together nightly at the dinner table. But the elderly grandfather’s shaky hands and failing sight made eating rather difficult. Peas rolled off his spoon onto the floor. When he grasped the glass often milk spilled on the tablecloth.

The son and daughter-in-law became irritated with the mess. “We must do something about grandfather,” said the son. I’ve had enough of his spilled milk, noisy eating, and food on the floor. So the husband and wife set a small table in the corner. There, grandfather ate alone while the rest of the family enjoyed dinner at the dinner table. Since grandfather had broken a dish or two, his food was served in a wooden bowl. Sometimes when the family…

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Sarah Gordy~ How Self-Esteem Can Turn Stigma Upside Down

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If you are in need of some inspiration in building your own self–esteem then look no further than British actress Sarah Gordy, a woman who knows about stigma and why confidence and acceptance need to come from within.

When she’s not volunteering in her local charity shop; or with charity arts group The Oyster Project; or being an ambassador for campaign group Mencap; or giving inspirational talks; or dancing with professional group Culture Device Dance Project; she enjoys a glittering career on stage and the small screen.

From humble beginnings in fringe theatre, she is now regularly acting in UK stage plays and TV shows such as: ‘Call the Midwife’, ‘Casualty’, ‘Peak Practice’ and ‘Upstairs, Downstairs’ to name a few.

Oh! And she also has green eyes, loves cake and has Down’s syndrome.

Stigma and self-esteem:
In 2014, after years of tenaciously working in fringe theatre groups she achieved what…

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Kindness Of A Stranger

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It was a bitter, cold evening in northern Virginia very many years ago.

The old man’s beard was glazed by winter’s frost while he waited for a ride across the river. The wait seemed endless. His body became numb and stiff from the frigid north wind.

He heard the faint, steady rhythm of approaching hooves galloping along the frozen path. Anxiously, he watched as several horsemen rounded the bend. He let the first one pass by without an effort to get his attention. Then another passed by, and another. Finally, the last rider neared the spot where the old man sat like a snow statue. As this one drew near, the old man caught the rider’s eye and said, “Sir, would you mind giving an old man a ride to the other side? There doesn’t appear to be a passageway by foot.”

Reining his horse, the rider replied, “Sure thing…

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