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Paying it forward; my thoughts....

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Real Estate Agent with Fathom Realty Washington LLC

This is an entry to 's November challenge or I guess my observations about paying it forward.

 

 

First of all, paying it forward is not a seasonal event for me as I try to help people all year long. Sometimes I feel that I am putting myself at risk but for the most part over the past four years that I have been practicing paying it forward I have never had any problems. It's hard for some to give of themselves but I find it a way of life.

 

I remember when I was a Boy Scout and we were always trying to work on our merit badges. I was always trying to find someone to help and it seems like when you go out and search for someone, it's harder than if you just let life happen. Some call it karma, but I practice every day being the person that would make my parents proud.

 

I don't mind helping someone with their groceries or giving them spare change and it least a couple times a month I pay for someone's coffee at Starbucks. For the most part I don't record each incident because I have made it a way of life rather than a contest entry.

 

One of my favorite pastimes is helping American service members and their families. When I got out of the service we were at the end of the Vietnam conflict and American service members were the targets of mass discrimination. It got so bad that we couldn't wear our uniforms off base without the threat of violence towards us by our fellow Americans.

 

I am glad to see that in today's society we understand how much American service men and women sacrifice and are for the most part treated with respect. I can't tell you how many I have treated to coffee or a meal from time to time.

 

What I hope the most is that someday when I am unable to do something or help myself, someone will come and pay it forward to me. Until that day comes I will keep on being a good human being and help where I see a need.

 

Can you believe how wonderful this world would be if everyone just took a moment to lend a helping hand or surprise someone with kindness.

 

Thank you for this opportunity for me to explain my thoughts about paying it forward.

 

Posted by

 and courtesy of 

Paul S. Henderson, Residential Real Estate Broker 

Tacoma Washington 

Realtor ® BPOR, CRS, GRI, CDPE

Fathom Realty WA LLC

Serving

South Puget Sound in Washington State

 

 

 

 

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As a Residential Broker and Relocation Specialist, I sell homes in or around ,Tacoma, Gig Harbor, Lakewood, Steilacoom,  University Place, DuPont and Hartstene Pointe in Washington State.
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Comments (36)

Mark Don McInnes, Sandpoint-Idaho
Sandpoint Realty LLC - Sandpoint, ID
North Idaho Real Estate - 208-255.6227

First of all, paying it forward is not a seasonal event for me as I try to help people all year long.  Kudos Paul.   Mark

Nov 29, 2016 02:46 PM
Scott Godzyk
Godzyk Real Estate Services - Manchester, NH
One of the Manchester NH's area Leading Agents

Well said Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, Broker, Tacoma Washington I do believe it is something that should be done all year and not just seasonal

Nov 29, 2016 03:44 PM
Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS
Fathom Realty Washington LLC - Tacoma, WA
South Puget Sound Washington Agent/Broker!

People need a hand and a smile all the time Rebecca Gaujot, the Go To Realtor® 

Nov 29, 2016 09:43 PM
Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS
Fathom Realty Washington LLC - Tacoma, WA
South Puget Sound Washington Agent/Broker!

You get me Donna Foerster 

Nov 29, 2016 09:44 PM
Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS
Fathom Realty Washington LLC - Tacoma, WA
South Puget Sound Washington Agent/Broker!

Thanks Mark Don McInnes, Sandpoint 

Nov 29, 2016 09:45 PM
Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS
Fathom Realty Washington LLC - Tacoma, WA
South Puget Sound Washington Agent/Broker!

Your the man Scott Godzyk 

Nov 29, 2016 09:46 PM
Lou Ludwig
Ludwig & Associates - Boca Raton, FL
Designations Earned CRB, CRS, CIPS, GRI, SRES, TRC

Paul 

Paying it forward is makes you feel good.

Good luck and success.

Lou Ludwig

Nov 29, 2016 09:54 PM
Sheila Anderson
Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ
The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Good morning again Paul and thank you for your service. I am touched by this but not surprised. You are a really good guy.

Nov 30, 2016 03:51 AM
Brian England
Ambrose Realty Management LLC - Gilbert, AZ
MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ

You are certainly living life right and letting opportunities come to you and helping out where you can!

Nov 30, 2016 06:38 AM
Sharon Tara
Sharon Tara Transformations - Portsmouth, NH
Retired New Hampshire Home Stager

Well said Paul!

Can you believe how wonderful this world would be if everyone just took a moment to lend a helping hand or surprise someone with kindness.

Just imagine!

Nov 30, 2016 07:03 AM
Belinda Spillman
Aspen Lane Real Estate Colorful Colorado - Aurora, CO
Colorado Living!

You have the right frame of mind.  If everyone would think about their fellow man a little more often, this world would be so much better.  I remember those Viet Nam days and the way people treated our vets.  My dad was in Viet Nam.  It was the third war he served in and took the biggest toll on him.

Thanks for all you do.

Nov 30, 2016 08:22 AM
Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS

My dad was in WW2 and the Korean War and he was really hurt by the way the Vietnam Vet's were treated. He taught me to show pride even though it was so unpopular at the time...

Nov 30, 2016 09:25 AM
Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS
Fathom Realty Washington LLC - Tacoma, WA
South Puget Sound Washington Agent/Broker!

It humbles me Lou Ludwig 

Nov 30, 2016 09:25 AM
Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS
Fathom Realty Washington LLC - Tacoma, WA
South Puget Sound Washington Agent/Broker!

I try to make my late parents proud as well as my 5 grand kids Sheila Anderson 

Nov 30, 2016 09:27 AM
Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS
Fathom Realty Washington LLC - Tacoma, WA
South Puget Sound Washington Agent/Broker!

I guess I look for a passive way to give thanks for what I have Brian England 

Nov 30, 2016 09:28 AM
Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS
Fathom Realty Washington LLC - Tacoma, WA
South Puget Sound Washington Agent/Broker!

It has become a way of life for me Sharon Tara 

Nov 30, 2016 09:30 AM
Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS
Fathom Realty Washington LLC - Tacoma, WA
South Puget Sound Washington Agent/Broker!

A spur of the moment anonymous act of kindness can make your heart soar Belinda Spillman  

Nov 30, 2016 09:34 AM
Dick Greenberg
New Paradigm Partners LLC - Fort Collins, CO
Northern Colorado Residential Real Estate

Hi Paul - Consistently being kind and charitable is certainly its own reward, but it also can make huge difference in the lives of others in need. I'm impressed by your efforts and the thoughtfulness behind them.

Nov 30, 2016 11:19 AM
Debbie Reynolds, C21 Platinum Properties
Platinum Properties- (931)771-9070 - Clarksville, TN
The Dedicated Clarksville TN Realtor-(931)320-6730

I like what you said, Paul. We should be doing it all year long. I lost a friend last year that was handicapped and loved surprising her with much needed help. She didn't even have money to get her hair cut.

Nov 30, 2016 09:18 PM
Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS
Fathom Realty Washington LLC - Tacoma, WA
South Puget Sound Washington Agent/Broker!

Being anonymous is the key for me, almost stealth Dick Greenberg 

Nov 30, 2016 09:32 PM
Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS
Fathom Realty Washington LLC - Tacoma, WA
South Puget Sound Washington Agent/Broker!

I love being anonymous with friends who need help. To see the results without the gratitude is sweet Debbie Reynolds 

Nov 30, 2016 09:36 PM