Fulgrum

In Robert Fulgum's essay "V.P. Menon's Lesson," Fulgum implies that you should always try to help people in need, because a small contribution can make a big impact on someone's life, and no good deed is ever left un-done. Menon was a significant political figure in India during its struggle for independence from Britain. After Menon arrived in Delhi, he had all his possessions stolen, including his money and identification. Desperately, Menon asked an …

…big impact on someone's life, and no good deed is ever left un-done. When V.P. Menon was in his time of need, an elderly Sikh didn't think twice to help Menon. The Sikh gave him fifteen rupees, and ever since that day Menon tried to help as many stranger's as he could. I also learned a valuable lesson from the trucker that day. After he helped me, I felt dedicated to help someone else.