tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6541136381262666757.post6884105659056920764..comments2023-10-25T05:05:00.272-07:00Comments on Reflections: Beggars & AlmsAnupam Patrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00179237569294043987noreply@blogger.comBlogger9125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6541136381262666757.post-90373153290523521102012-04-09T04:40:28.576-07:002012-04-09T04:40:28.576-07:00I totally agree.I totally agree.Anupam Patrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00179237569294043987noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6541136381262666757.post-12594728403290309712012-04-09T04:15:00.567-07:002012-04-09T04:15:00.567-07:00It is a very kind heart that hands over pocket mon...It is a very kind heart that hands over pocket money at such a young age and I can imagine your disappointment at discovering your altruism was being taken advantage of. Donating time and effort, say one or two hours a week (like Rohu) to one favourite cause is altruism with a difference - very rewarding too.Khoty Mathurhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09706537182743683089noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6541136381262666757.post-89075848729826536852012-04-09T04:12:27.626-07:002012-04-09T04:12:27.626-07:00This comment has been removed by the author.Khoty Mathurhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09706537182743683089noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6541136381262666757.post-72910469948137886982012-04-05T09:22:29.225-07:002012-04-05T09:22:29.225-07:00I go and spend some time at an orphanage or an old...I go and spend some time at an orphanage or an old age home, taught for a quite a while at an ngo. That way I am sure that am contributing something substantial to those in need and doing that without any fear of being cheated. If a child can read a signpost after spending sometime with me, I consider myself blessed. Wonderful post.Rohinihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16838146755237484411noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6541136381262666757.post-25601380621030933042012-04-05T04:57:42.742-07:002012-04-05T04:57:42.742-07:00Mr Fernandez, thank You for reading my post and vo...Mr Fernandez, thank You for reading my post and voting for it. I assume from your vote that you subscribe to most parts of what I've depicted. But then it is just an assumption. I understand and accept your take on giving alms to 'rich beggars'. In fact I believe that's quite a fine suggestion. About handicapped destitutes, I'll keep your observations in mind.<br /><br />Thanx once again.Anupam Patrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00179237569294043987noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6541136381262666757.post-47557233222543619912012-04-05T04:44:48.235-07:002012-04-05T04:44:48.235-07:00When my wife and I give alms, it is usually to ver...When my wife and I give alms, it is usually to very old people and people who are obviously physically handicapped. Even if they are rich beggars, they are probably in need of it. However, you have to be careful about beggars who are "physically handicapped" While riding a train, I saw one man climb aboard (walking up several steps) at a strain station. The next time that I saw him, he was crawling along the floor as if he could not walk!<br />I also give alms to people who have earned it. During trhe tourist season around Sudder Street in Kolkata, there is a travelling troupe(s) who have a small child doing several high-wire tricks. Because it is very entertaining, I give some money to them.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15902794461892383492noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6541136381262666757.post-28681238525439042402012-04-02T03:09:04.388-07:002012-04-02T03:09:04.388-07:00I agree with both of you Sushma & Kajal.
Nic...I agree with both of you Sushma & Kajal. <br /><br />Nice idea Kajal. I'll keep that in mind. <br /><br />I'm glad that you found my blog worth following. Good to have you on board. Will try to keep avid writers like both of you interested. Do read my other posts and keep me reviewed.<br /><br />Triple Cheers<br /><br />AnupamAnupam Patrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00179237569294043987noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6541136381262666757.post-54890396469000154942012-04-02T00:37:22.996-07:002012-04-02T00:37:22.996-07:00I agree with sushma.. recognising a real one is so...I agree with sushma.. recognising a real one is so difficult.. and I reuse to give them money.. I always hand over food ot a biscuit packet to them. <br /><br />Glad to have found you via Indiblogger. Your newest follower and a regular visitor now.<br />cheers,<br />KajalKajalhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16322555291190611127noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6541136381262666757.post-43549688998190197972012-04-01T23:35:07.436-07:002012-04-01T23:35:07.436-07:00Recognizing a real beggar is a challeng today; Agr...Recognizing a real beggar is a challeng today; Agree with you, beautifully written .Sushma Harishhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10290498945212081522noreply@blogger.com