A woman meets a homeless man and transforms his life with a simple act of kindness
Life never goes to plan and it is easy to fall into an abyss of despair, but a gesture of genuine altruism is enough to change the fate of an unfortunate person: Mr. Brian Bannister, a homeless man from Newcastle, Ontario knows this very well.
On a day like any other, this down-and-out man met Mrs. Danielle MacDuff, owner of a farm in the neighboring area: after talking to her for a while, his life changed forever for the better. But let's dig into the story of Brian and Danielle in detail:
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Danielle noticed Brian sitting on the street corner reading a book and begging for charity. After giving him some change, Danielle started chatting with Brian and his story really touched her. Brian has faced enormous challenges in life and his path hadnot been easy at all. He had even lost two wives: one in an accident and the other to cancer. All these difficulties made him give up on life.
Brian's story moved Danielle enough to invite him to come and work on her farm the next day. Later, she encouraged him to temporarily move to the farm and shelter in a shed from the cold and have access to basic services, such as running water and a bathroom. “Danielle offered me hospitality and a job in such a spontaneous way that I was enchanted. I work hard every day on her farm to show her my gratitude. She has given me back a purpose for my existence,” explained Brian.
A working day on the farm is intense, but rewarding: Brian and Danielle - together with the other members of the her company - clean the stables, transport the hay and take care of 200 animals including goats, cows, horses and dogs. There are shifts between mornings and evenings, together with a lunch break. After offering Brian a home and a job, Danielle decided to go one step further: She gave Brian a smartphone and access to financial support. Furthermore, she has launched a fundraiser to allow him to get food, clothes and a hotel room - or perhaps a rented apartment - where he can live in greater comfort.
"I can't believe anyone cares so much about me," Brian commented. After such a gesture of generosity, Brian and Danielle have formed a deep and solid friendship: "Brian is doing so much for me and for the farm: he is a tireless worker and a great friend," said Danielle.
It's amazing how a simple act of kindness, combined with the sensitivity of a community, can save a person in difficulty in a very short time. And it's nice to know that people like Danielle exist in the world.
