Years ago I attended the graduation party of my friend Maddy Doyle. In the midst of the party Maddy’s father came into the party with two disheveled human beings who obviously were people living on the street. Maddy’s mother was horrified ,and took him aside to question why he would bring such people to his son’s party. He responded” I never had the opportunity to further my education ,and I am so happy and proud that I wished to share it with others. I saw these two men on the street and thought they could use a few hours of happiness,so I invited them to come.” I was stunned by this act of generosity and kindness.

Maddy’s father may have been a person that had limited education but in that moment he became my teacher. I have never forgotten that day, and his kindness has made me a better person.