In school, we have been watching the movie, “The Blind Side.” If you have not seen it, I really reccomend it. It is based on a true story, which makes it even better. It is a very inspiring story of a homeless teenage boy who is given care and a home by a family. The main message of this movie is to be giving towards other and to be grateful for what you have.
As I am watching this great movie, I realize that people can be really selfish. I know that this is a blunt statement but I believe it’s true.I know that it is human nature to automatically think of yourself before others. But have you ever noticed that some people won’t even look at homeless people on the street? Do we really even know the stories of those less fortunate? I am not saying that everyone does this. It is just something that I have noticed.
I am not saying that you have to go and let a homeless person live at your house. I am also not saying that you have to give your whole paycheck to charity. You could do that, and I am sure that they would be very gracious for it, but there are other ways that you can help people in need. If you see someone that is homeless sitting on the side of the road while you are driving, you can give them a snack that you might have in your car. Also, you can join a church or an organization that focuses on certain types of projects that helps those in need. There are so many different ways of helping and even the smallest things can help.
“The Blind Side” is probably one of my favorite movies. The main character is so giving towards a young man that she does not know in the beginning. That is very impressive because that takes a lot of strength and trust. If you have the oppurtunity to see this movie, you should take the time to do so, and maybe it will be as inspiring for you as it was for me.