If you ever needed proof that money isn’t actually important in the grand scheme of things, just take a look at this wholesome relationship between a dog and this homeless man.
The unlikely pair proves that the greatest gift you can offer someone isn’t related to material possessions. The real gift is being loving and kind. Mimi and her mom, Edna Kobori, live in Brazil, in a nice house with a yard. Mimi spends most of her free time outside, watching people walking by.
A while back, she has struck a friendship with Sebastião, a homeless man. Edna says that he can never pass by their street without stopping to talk to Mimi. While the man has nothing material to offer, he still makes Mimi very happy. Whenever she sees him, she starts wagging her tail, clearly excited to get some pets.
There are no words to describe how happy she gets when he approaches her. Her whole mood improves, and she starts shaking in excitement. And, for Mr. Sebastião, these little visits are priceless. She doesn’t judge him for his status, on the contrary, she is visibly elated when she sees him. Seeing Mimi can be an escape from the hardships he has to face every day. The time he spends with her fill his heart with joy and makes his days better.
Edna isn’t sure when this routine started, but she is happy that they found each other. It’s clear that these visits are good for both of them and they prove that the greatest gift is a simple act of kindness.
Image Credit: Edna Kobori / Facebook