[Hinigyday]

Hi Lunadia,

Perhaps a Layman's view may help. I've contemplated this issue before, do you know the story of the good Samaritan? A man left at the side of the road, ignored by his friends. But another man from a town which he was brought up to hate comes along a picks him up.

I've had some personal experience when watching football. A fan of the opposing team had sat to rest his arthritic legs, despite the heavy rain and the lack of a coat. I saw it from quite a way away and saw no one there to help him or shield him. I came to him and asked if he was alright and stood for a while and shielded him the best I could with my coat. I had every reason to hate the guy, he supported a team that had almost ruined my club and put many good men out of a job. But no one was there to help him.

Take from that what you will. I just feel that when helping someone you dislike they may not want your help. But it maybe you're the only one that can.

Regards,

BigEckk