Do things for people not because of who they are or what they do in return, but because of who you are. —Harold Kushner
“Do things for people not because of who they are or what they do in return, but because of who you are.”

Harold Kushner rabbi, author

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Gabriella  JANUARY 10, 2023
These times show people's true character
Toni H Steward from Hayes, VA DECEMBER 11, 2020
Love this, so true.

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