To those who live in the US, I love the Dollar Tree. Don’t feel shame buying food from the Dollar Tree. I’ve done it. Don’t spend more money on the same items sold at a big box store. Most things are $1.25.

I initially wasn’t going to share the story because I typically give in private. But since I wasn’t able to give, I figured I will use it as a teaching moment.

You never know what someone is going through. You never know someone’s story. I didn’t even ask if she had a job. I could see in her eyes that she felt shame but was so thankful when I said yea I would buy her some food. Her whole face lit up with joy. So, it saddens me that I couldn’t give them the food. As a child, I experienced food insecurity. I know the look in a parent’s eyes when needing to ask others for help. The bullies who never seen a 10th of my success can’t relate. From being born into poverty to my net worth being in the top 5%. They mock on the Internet behind fake profiles. From being homeless at one point in time as a kid to working hard and buying a second house with cash. The bullies tell me to get a job. Disrespectful and rude for no reason. I couldn’t imagine how the mom I met today would feel if she asked for help. So, I ask on the behalf of others. Barking bullies can’t break me. I’ve stated on numerous occasions that the donations I receive are used to help others. Thanks to those who understand the assignment.

Just remember the following: The universe has an interesting way of humbling people. You never know when it’ll be your turn. People call it karma. I refer to it as the universe keeping score. I don’t make the rules of the universe. God sees everything and everyone.

The USD exchange rate goes far in South Africa. All of this for the equivalent of $9.

Two loaves of bread

Peanut butter

Coleslaw

Soup

Crackers

Water

Today, I went to the grocery store to buy a few items. I was approached by a woman with two kids asking if I could buy them some food. I only had a certain amount of funds with me at the moment so I told her I could only get her certain items. She was thankful and said she would wait outside. On the way out, I noticed that her daughter asked another person for food and she was brushed away.

Items that I wanted I put back and decided to give to her instead. The checkout line was long. By the time I went outside, she wasn’t there. I asked the florist if she noticed a woman with kids and she said that she knew them personally. She said the mother felt such shame asking for food. She was a good person but was in need. I asked where they went and she said security made them leave because they were basically loitering. Begging for food.

Security told them they couldn’t be in that area doing that. I went looking for them. But they weren’t around. It makes me sad. I hope they were able to get food to eat tonight. I hope to see them again. ❤️

God will never forsake you.

God is great. God answers prayers. You just have to believe and have faith. 🙏

They’re not financially rich. But they find it in their hearts to show *me* some love. It feels great knowing they recognize and value my work. I do a lot of things offline that I don’t announce.

Quietly working and doing God’s will. 🙏

God knows their hearts. I appreciate the acts of kindness. ❤️

They all receive a special prayer. They all will be blessed many times over.

Many people are donating via CashApp. I don’t post every single donation but sometimes I like to showcase those who are contributing to the mission. Grateful. 🙌

I appreciate the love and support shown to nostr:nprofile1qqsd93qqcfxctl6sadxxynw2k89kdq5aj84akmur9mrw4vqwcgg468cpzpmhxue69uhhqun9d45hxtn0dejszynhwden5te0wp6hyurvv4cxzeewv4es6ujavy.

Just received another donation. Thankful. 🙏

“give, and it will be given to you. Good measure, pressed down, shaken together, running over, will be put into your lap. For with the measure you use it will be measured back to you.””

‭‭Luke‬ ‭6‬:‭38‬ ‭ESV‬‬

God knows my heart. So, I’ll just donate the T-shirt to charity. God will return the good deed in one form or another. I trust in God with all my heart.

I have no regrets.

Some will say it was money wasted since I actually bought the shirt and paid for the custom design. I didn’t order it. I bought the shirt in store and took it to a T-shirt shop to get it spray painted. Then advertised it on Nostr.

I could go deeper into the topic of *value* but I won’t today. I have a lot of things to do.

I initially posted about it in August. I’ve mentioned it several times. I gave it time. I’ve been patient. Almost 7 months. But no one saw the value in it. Interesting. Especially considering this is a place where people tout value for value. Bitcoin + Nostr they say. The irony.

🤷‍♀️

Looks like no one wanted to make the exchange for the “What’s Nostr?” T-shirt.

Welp, to charity it goes.

I don’t think Jesus would *build* the Internet but he might use the Internet as a way of sharing his teachings with more people around the world. Or he might completely avoid the Internet. Only God knows the true answer.