The Blue Marina: Giving to Charity Benefits Self and Society

As we get older we begin to realize that there are things we can do to make our world a little better. That is the wisdom that comes from experience and insight derived from the deeper truths we learn through a lifetime of meeting people and experiencing a large world. Lots of good people out there doing the right things but not everyone is fair, honest or necessarily wants to further humanity's interests. Its a tough life for some. I have done a few charitable things over the years just because it seemed like the right thing to do. Giving is a net positive for a better world in a sea of people's self interest. Much of my artistic and creative activities are philanthropic in orientation (Notice I didn't say they were actually good! 😅) 

A few articles on giving....

-The Science of Generosity

-Psychological Benefits of Donating

-Feeling Good About Giving

If your in a good mood or want to help yourself as much as others then consider giving to orphans. You can never be wrong when giving to needs like this. Kids should not go without anywhere in the world. I make no distinction on which kids from where or what their backgrounds are (Some do and that is sad. 😥). They got a bad roll of dice and put on the bottom of the pile in preference of other "more important" things. 

According to the articles above acts such as giving $5 to a good cause instead of that fatning latte may have health benefits.  Orphan Fundraising Page 

I had/have a pipe dream of a funding a whole orphanage someday and setting it up as one of the best enrichment orphan/institute for kids. You know the kids that were discarded by the rest of the world but hold potential to impact their and other's lives when they grow up.  My thought is if we spend billions on unfruitful activities then it would make sense to spend a few million a year to do something spectacular. My logic is not followed by most so it will someday maybe be self or sponsor funded if the great winds blow that way. I figure about $2 million a year for a smaller orphanage. Maybe or maybe not. Stats on World Orphans

Also if you like the picture consider buying a digital copy. I give the money away. Its not much but I'm sure it helps. 

The Blue Marina Picture in the Wooded Pathway Gallery