At a week-long conference last summer, the caffeine addicts made rounds through the campus bookstore, where coffee was available all day, unlike the cafeteria between meals.
So the first morning I poured a cup from the carafe and prepared to pay, I was told, “It’s free.” Eh? The sign says one dollar. “Somebody already paid for you.”
So I smiled at getting a free cup … and threw a buck into the jar for the next person to come along.
Let’s say simply, I had free coffee all week. Really felt good about it, too.
Keep thinking that was the secret of the loaves and fishes when the thousands gathered to hear Jesus. What happens when we simply open up a bit rather than hoard.
Jnana's Red Barn 
That’s a nice experience you’ve shared, Jnana, and thanks for that. Indeed, it’s occurred to me, too, that the miracle of the loaves and fishes is just that: each of us opening just a little and sharing our collective abundance.
Thanks for your thoughtful reminder, and wisdom.
Vincent