The Smile of Giving

In a peaceful village lived a young boy named Arjun. One evening, while walking through the market with his father, a weary old man approached them asking for help. Arjun's father, feeling exhausted from a long day of work, handed over some coins without even looking at the man. The old man’s face remained sad and heavy as he walked away. Arjun felt a tug at his heart; the act felt incomplete. The next day, when the old man appeared again, Arjun’s father was busy in the fields. Arjun ran to the man, handed him a few coins from his own savings, and greeted him with a warm, bright smile. 'Here, grandfather, please take this,' Arjun said softly. The old man’s eyes lit up, and a beautiful, relieved smile spread across his face. When Arjun told his father about this, his father realized something important. He understood that giving isn't just about the money, but about seeing the joy and relief on the receiver's face. From that day on, he made sure to give with kindness and a smile.