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This has turned out to be a remarkable series of events.
An inspirational young woman who through her caring and selfless attitude created the circumstances that turned around the life of Mr Barnes.
Sadly, this extraordinary thought for another person, who has benefited substantially through Ms Cutler and subsequent donations, has not been reciprocated.
Mr Barnes stated that he didn't wish to get involved. I find that distasteful given the comfort and luxury that he now enjoys. His offer is derisory and a rotten way to show his gratitude. Having experienced a traumatic event himself, he is well placed to empathise with Ms Cutler's circumstances and to react as he has done is a kick in the teeth.
As for the company, they should display rather more compassion and recognise that sometimes life is not black and white and whilst they may be owed more than the amount they are claiming, that there is an ethical issue here.
One has to hope that the funds are raised in time but I fear the distress caused to Ms Cutler will leave some lasting scars.
It is not very often that we hear of acts of such human kindness being rewarded in this fashion.
It just goes to show how cruel life can be.