Human Nature

On Friday I found myself in circumstances that  vividly illustrated the seamier side of life.  With clear evidence of chaotic lifestyles, by the end of the afternoon, I found myself  despondent enough to conclude that society was irreparably damaged.  Feeling somewhat melancholic but hugely grateful that my own upbringing had been in a loving family, with values that were consistent with a civilised society, I turned on the television that evening.  My spirits were immediately uplifted by the many random acts of loving kindness shown through the camera lenses   of Children in Need.  My belief in human nature was restored