It's Good Friday and I find myself pondering about why I'm working in the exciting domain industry and what's my ultimate motivation. There is one thing that I'm convinced of, the one with the most toys doesn't win the game of life. I've written on a number of other forums and have tried to encourage other domainers to give something back to the communities that they live

Let me share a story with you which has had a profound impact on my view of life. I was queued up at the check-out of the local grocery store and a lady was in line behind me. I thought that I'd get off my backside and put my money and my attitude where my mouth was so after paying for my items I gave $20 to the check-out girl and said, "This is to pay for the lady behind me's groceries.". It's safe to say that the check-out girl was VERY confused. Why on earth would anyone want to pay for a strangers groceries? After I insisted I then had to deal with informing the lady that I was paying for her items, this was a bit difficult as she thought that there was a catch. "No catch", I said but just have a nice day. I then walked away.

You know, sharing a little love through such a small amount of money can be an incredibly fulfilling thing to do. I think that I got the better of the deal. I paid $20 and received such a buzz for that moment. I'm constantly challenged to do this again and again and again. What's $20 anyway, a few registrations?

The next time you go and buy your groceries get your courage together (and yes it was scary) and give something to the person behind you. You'll be surprised at who gets the better deal.

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