My father-in-law Benjamin believed the world revolved around him until karma humbled him. One evening at a restaurant, Benjamin ordered four burgers but secretly set one aside. When the waiter returned, he angrily accused her of missing a burger. “I ordered four burgers. Why are there only three?!” he shouted. The waiter, though sure she was right, apologized and brought another one.
Later, Benjamin realized he had left his wallet at the restaurant. When he called, the same waiter informed him of a policy that unclaimed items are donated to charity after an hour. Returning to the restaurant, he was handed an envelope thanking him for his “generous donation.” The money from his wallet had provided meals for homeless people that evening.
This incident, coupled with his son’s reminder of how his entitlement led to his divorce, marked a turning point for Benjamin. He began to volunteer, transforming from a source of strife to a symbol of humility and kindness in our family.
