There is a strong tendency on the Left and with the Palestinians for a complete lack of gratitude.

There is possibly no greater human trait than gratitude. Simply saying or expressing thanks to another demands a great deal behind the act:

- Recognition that I can’t do everything by myself

- Admission that sometimes we “need a little help from our friends”

- Acceptance of the good or assistance being offered and not standing on pride

- Statement or act of thanks in light of the help provided

We are blessed to live in the Jerusalem neighborhood “Shaarei Chesed,” which literally translates to “Gates of Kindness.” And the title could not be more applicable. After the 2002 suicide bombing, we had many issues to face. Feeding the family, getting to the hospital on a daily basis, and having babysitters for the kids were three of the most urgent. As to the latter two, neighbors would often offer a ride, while younger kids in the neighborhood would come over to be with our kids (ages six and under) while my wife and I had business at the hospital. Regarding the first issue, it’s hard to express in words the warmth and kindness of those who live near us. Several women organized a schedule to bring food every day to our home. The food would generally be brought around noon by the one who prepared it. So, when the kids came home from school, they had a hot meal waiting for them. People did not skimp: they brought us high-quality meals, often with meat or chicken, and in large quantities.

On one occasion, the food did not arrive. I was embarrassed to call and say, “Hey, where’s the food?” But we literally had no time at home to make things, so I called one of the organizers, a good friend’s wife. She got back to me—with an apology and guarantee that the food was on its way. On another occasion, I confided in the mother of a boy who was a good........

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