Link Me Up, Scotty - Elders and Giving Edition

Signs that you might be in a manipulative relationship. And not just for romantic relationships, either.

H/T Rivi
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If I ever decide to jump the fence, Rachael Acks would be one of my first stops, and here's one of the reasons why.
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There's a group of nuns who pose as prostitutes in order to infiltrate brothels and rescue girls who are victims of human and sexual trafficking. How awesome are these ladies?
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Brother Seth on Thanksgiving and war.
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End of life decisions and discussions about how what senior family members want if they can no longer live independently are incredibly important. While I'm extremely grateful for both our sake's that my Hot Mom is still able to live on her own with minimal assistance, the time may come when that's no longer the case. And I want her to have the care and assistance that makes the end of her life dignified, hopeful, and loving.
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Mistakes are not all created equal, and they're often a learning experience that enhances our skills and our lives. 
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A Florida mom opened her home on Thanksgiving to her son and 12 of his fellow Marines who couldn't make it home for the holidays.  Semper Fi, Mom.

H/T Judi
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Elders often don't get enough to eat, or the nutrients they need to stay strong and healthy. Meals on Wheels and other nutrition programs supported by the Older Americans Act are the bomb-diggity.
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Myanmar is the most generous nation in the world, followed by the United States. I really like the criteria used in this case: the poll asked participants, "in the last month, have you donated money to a charity; volunteered time to an organization; helped a stranger or someone you didn't know who needed help?" 

I've been sadly disappointed in we Americans lately, so was happy to read this news. Note to self: I need to make more of an effort to help strangers more often.