The Dogmother Posted October 15, 2009 Share Posted October 15, 2009 After all the negativity, selfishness, greed and avarice around at the moment, this story really lifted my spirit yesterday: Lloyd Gardner's selfless £10,000 gesture to rape victim Lloyd Gardner was given a £10,000 reward for helping to identify a rapist who left a young woman naked under a van with a fractured skull. Three years after the attack, the victim is still in a wheelchair. Twenty-two-year-old Lloyd, who makes £20,000 a year as a waiter, says he didn't feel he'd earned the reward and immediately handed it over to the rape victim. 'I thought it would benefit her life more than it would mine,' he says. 'It's a huge amount of money, but I've been lucky throughout my life - she nearly died and was left in a horrendous state.' I don't know who the victim is, but I do know that her life has been touched by the worst and now the best of men. Next time you're wondering what's become of the youth of today, don't despair. Think of Lloyd Gardner. I don't know about you, but that has really restored my faith in humanity Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whoopsie Posted October 15, 2009 Share Posted October 15, 2009 That's a wonderful post. Thankyou for putting it up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clootie Posted October 15, 2009 Share Posted October 15, 2009 That poor girl, how terribly sad. I agree with Claret - we need more like this, well done Lloyd Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chucky Mama Posted October 15, 2009 Share Posted October 15, 2009 What a gem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poachedegg Posted October 15, 2009 Share Posted October 15, 2009 What a thoughtful young man! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alis girls Posted October 15, 2009 Share Posted October 15, 2009 I read that yesterday and came out in goosebumps. he sounds a lovely guy. More of him wanted please. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiggy Posted October 15, 2009 Share Posted October 15, 2009 see there are good people in this world, just dosn't sell papers normally. Thanks for posting this Claret Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted October 15, 2009 Share Posted October 15, 2009 What a lovely chap and what a kind, selfless gesture . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hillfamily Posted October 15, 2009 Share Posted October 15, 2009 Restores your faith in folk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
henriette Posted October 15, 2009 Share Posted October 15, 2009 Undoubtedly a great guy, but you know I reckon there are just masses of wonderful people out there. I agree with Tiggy "good" doesn't seem to be generally liked by the media. I spent several years working with volunteers who helped the elderly and stroke victims. The patience, love and unselfish attitude was amazing-and that is just one area. I might start to harp on a bit, so had better go Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mostin Posted October 15, 2009 Share Posted October 15, 2009 That poor girl, but what a lovely gift from that man. i hope it helps her to heal in some way. I agree, there are more nice people out there than we know, it give me hope . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seagazer Posted October 15, 2009 Share Posted October 15, 2009 I read this recently and thought what a fantastic young man he was. He deserves a We need more stories like this and more people like this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
debbier Posted October 15, 2009 Share Posted October 15, 2009 I saw a film clip of that, and his mum and dad looked very proud of him. It brought a lump to my throat. As someone has already said, there are probably countless people doing (less newsworthy) selfless things all the time, but the media likes headline grabbers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chelsea Posted October 15, 2009 Share Posted October 15, 2009 Brought a lump to my throat also. Nice story Clare. thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted October 15, 2009 Share Posted October 15, 2009 What a marvellous thing to have done. It does restore your faith in human nature, particularly when all too often nowadays self obsessed people only see a situation in terms of how it affects themselves. Bravo. His parents have every right to be proud. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Looney Posted October 15, 2009 Share Posted October 15, 2009 I saw this story a couple of days ago and read it to OH because I was so taken by the kindness and selflessness of the man who gave the reward to the victim. It just shows that there really are good people out there who think of others first. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chick wiggle Posted October 15, 2009 Share Posted October 15, 2009 What a lovely young man and no wonder his parents are so proud! I agree with what others have said , Im sure there are thousands of other people just like this but, as has been said, unfortunately 'good news' doesnt make the papers as often as it should! to him Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted October 15, 2009 Author Share Posted October 15, 2009 I reckon that there ought to be a law that papers should report at least one good news story every day. The King of Bhutan summed it up in his coronation speech about measuring his country's worth is terms of Gross National Happiness; it definitely is a way forward.... Here's a small quote from his speech... I cannot end without addressing our most important citizens - our youth. The future of our nation depends on the worth, capabilities and motivation of today’s youth. Therefore, I will not rest until I have given you the inspiration, knowledge and skills so that you not only fulfill your own aspirations but be of immense worth to the nation. This is my sacred duty. A strong motivated young Bhutan guarantees a strong bright future. The future is neither unseen nor unknown. It is what we make of it. What work we do with our two hands today will shape the future of our nation. Our children’s tomorrow has to be created by us today. I end with a prayer for Bhutan - that the sun of peace and happiness may forever shine on our people. I also pray that while I am but King of a small Himalayan nation, I may in my time be able to do much to promote the greater wellbeing and happiness of all people in this world – of all sentient beings. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
