John told me today about one thing he learned from my dad years ago. He remembers Dr Bob Bitner, a neighbor kitty corner from mom and dad's house, getting a new Corvette. Dad told Dr. Bitner, "Bob, I'm so happy for you." There was no comment on price or practicality, just how pleased he was for a friend.
John said until that moment, it never occured to him that he could be happy for someone else's good fortune. Since then, he said he has tried to just be happy for others' good news. Not judge, not offer advice, just share the joy.
John said until that moment, it never occured to him that he could be happy for someone else's good fortune. Since then, he said he has tried to just be happy for others' good news. Not judge, not offer advice, just share the joy.
Dad with Annie and Chase, 1980
