Anonymous Donation of $500

An anonymous donor donated $500. The nice lady told my mom that this money is only to be used as shopping money when I get to Europe. The lady also said the reason she is so generous is because the Lord says that you should give generously and expect nothing in return. She does this and her life is very blessed. Is it because of her optimistic point of view or is God really rewarding her for he good doings? I don't know but which ever the answer may be, this way of thinking should be used in everyday life. We should all look outside of ourselves to help others, expecting nothing in return but to know that we have made someone else happy with whatever we have to give. Time. Love. Money. There are endless ways to give and be blessed in return.