(British) Anthony lives across the street. In the last serveal months we've seen a woman coming in and out of the house. We made friends and know Anthony is in 4th stage cancer. He has beaten the odds. I've pursued his friend, Johann, about how we can help. She drives from West Virginia every few weeks to help him. She told me "He won’t accept help until Hell freezes over." She was (and is) very patient with me. I just keep asking.
This past week she said "dog food." Anthony lives alone with no family. He has two dogs and growing medical bills. I "secretly" bought dog food from Whole Foods. Danijela and I painted a card & taped it to his door on another night. Danijela told me what to write, "Dear Anthony, I love you very much."
Last night was amazing. He rang the door bell! He stepped in our house to thank us & expressed how much it means to him. I hugged him like a grizzly bear. He seems so alive & not a recluse at all. He talked about his treatment & how well he is doing. As far as I am concerned he is part of our family now.
Random acts of kindness break down walls & create life. I now feel comfortable going to his home and checking on what he might need or want -- be it items or just friendship. My heart swelled when he came to our door. I feel in love with that man the minute he crossed the line from "unknown neighbor" to friend. I'm excited about a new beginning with him. And will help more.
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