Thread by @rasmansa

So many people gave me a break I had no right to expect, or did me a favor I had no right to claim I deserve.

Without them I couldn't be where I am today.

I can't imagine thinking I got here only with help I was entitled to. I am because they were. I do this to honor them.

https://twitter.com/CharlesNegy/status/1486759766974255108

I'm not even talking about super powerful people either. I was friends with the secretaries at my college. So often I needed something printed or to use equipment. They had me.

I refuse to forget those who built me up. A lot of others didn't get those chances.

Is being nice and decent and caring about people merit? Is valuing the dignity of those around me, and wishing for their success merit? Is sharing warm smile merit?

I don't think the term merit has much utility, but I know the type of person I value differs with some people.

So many of the things I aim to do in my real life are meant to repay the blessings others gave to me.

I wasn't entitled to their love or grace, but they gave it. I give it forward with thanks.