There in Spirit

I know how hard it is to raise funds for almost anything these days. A member of our Church contacted me and said they were having a benefit on June 28. I said I was sorry that we'd be unable to make it due to a prior commitment, but I would be there "in spirit" with them. Undaunted, he cheerfully replied, "Great ! I have $10, $15 and $20 tickets. Where would you like your 'spirit' to sit ?"
Originally published November 14, 2002.