on a more serious note...

It is very painful to watch the news these days. The horrendous famine happening in the Horn of Africa. The terrible fighting and bombing in the middle East. The violence that is inflicted on civilians.

I do wish there was something I could do to help. Last night, I prayed for all the children who are starving. For all the people who died fighting for what they deeply believe in.

And today, I’ve decided to not eat meat for a month. This is to remind me of how fortunate I am. In doing so, I expect to save a bit of money (especially on groceries) and donate all my “meat-money” to help the famine in Africa.

Acts of charity are usually for the giver to feel better about themselves and their fortunate lives. And I agree. I give money, I donate and give up something. Then I can watch the news and hear about the dying and think, “Well, I did something to help.”

But is this an altruistic act or a selfish act?