No, I'm not talking about a Disney movie or an Elton John song. I am, however, talking about an adage that's included in the lyrics to the song: You should never take more than you give.
I've taken down the PayPal donation button that I put in the upper left sidebar yesterday. Within 24 hours, I have received USD $3,004.00. I'm absolutely positive this is more than enough to cover expenses, including those that are unforeseen. I'm also absolutely sure this would not have been able to happen without the support of some key players.
The response to my problem has been overwhelming. Have you ever seen a grown man cry?
Several bloggers suggested that I leave the button in place. I'm sorry, but I don't feel comfortable receiving more than what is absolutely necessary. Also, a few bloggers mentioned the phrase, "pay it forward". That is exactly what I intend to do, among other things. I expect to be informed when other bloggers fall on unexpected hard times so that I can contribute to THEIR needs (after I return in March, of course).
You know, it doesn't help when I'm listening to music that reminds me of how this all started; the relationship, the marriage, and the continuing life together. The following music video (which could disappear from YouTube at anytime) is dedicated to my wife, Josephine, who also reads my blog. We listened to it originally sung by George Benson in 1985, but the 1987 version by Glen Medeiros is the one we remember and the one we have on CD. It's "Nothing's Gonna Change My Love For You":
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