A woman in the RV Ranch had a stroke. The day before she was to come home from physical therapy, a neighbor brought over some wood and built her a beautiful steps and landing combination in front of the door. She needed an area by the door to get her walker out. He definitely paid it forward.
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Doing little things, just for the heck of it, really touches me. Paying it forward. Have you ever paid it forward? Have you ever been the recipient?
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16 comments:
I remember giving someone change in the grocery store once, but I'll admit I did it because I didn't want to wait while she dug through her purse searching for coins. My bad. We should all take a moment to do something nice way more often than we do. Great post, Brenda.
Strangers have paid for our meals at restaurants a couple of times. A lady paid Calvin's bill at Walmart. I've paid for others' meals. Having it happen both ways gives you a good feeling.
OH, I forgot because it really doesn't apply. It's time for Sophomores at MIT to order their college rings. I emailed Ryan and told him as long as he didn't go over a thousand, we'd pay for it. After all, we'd bought our granddaughter's wedding gown and veil. His soppy thankful email got darn comical after a while. Calvin and I are still quoting it to each other.
I'm always touched when strangers say something nice about the jewelry I'm wearing or my hair style or my clothes. That they take the time to actually 'look' then give a compliment...very thoughtful. I try to do the same. Nice to pass around good feelings!
I've given change to people in the check-out line who were short (like Jannine), but usually less than a dollar. I have, however, told people to go ahead of me in line if they have a smaller number of items...or cranky kids! At first they usually say no, but when I repeat the offer they often accept with big thanks. Then we often strike up a conversation. Like Rolynn, I don't think it has to be tied to money. A kindness is a kindness. Great reminder, Brenda.
This is a wonderful reminder. I often smile and extend common courtesies to strangers like letting them go ahead of me or holding a door, but I never seem to think of being more proactive. I'm probably too wrapped up in what's going on in my own head. However, you've inspired me--I'm headed to the grocery store in an hour, and I'll make a point of looking for a way to show some extra kindness.
My parents used to pay the toll for the car behind them when we crossed the bridge from Long Island going into the city, but it was only a quarter then. Still, things like that do make one feel better. I often buy homeless on the streets a meal from a food cart, or hand over the 'doggy' bag from a restaurant when we leave. I've had a woman on a bus give me my fare when I discovered my card wasn't working and I didn't have the exact change. You see, people think New Yorkers are always in a rush but we're very nice really!!
Thanks, Jannine. Maybe some times the reason is overshadowed by the end result.
So true, Vonnie. Good feelings both directions.
Rolynn, that is my newest way to go out of my way. Some times FDW gives me a weird look or he gets a little embarrassed, but I see the pleasure on the stranger's face and I know it's the right thing to do.
Most definitely, Leah. Words or actions are way more important than money!
Yay go, Alison, and it doesn't have to be monetary.
Every little thing is important, Andrea.
We've had people ahead of us pay our toll. I've let people with only a couple of items go ahead of me in the grocery line. Now, I'm getting people who hold the door for me. Makes me feel old yet it's so sweet.
LOL, Diane.
Awww, what an inspiring post. I try to be thoughtful and considerate to strangers. I've also handed someone a few coins when they were short and I always let people with just a few items go in front of me. I've had others who were in front of me at a drive-thru pay for my order, and I'll admit I haven't done the same, but I intend to. I always forget. Even though it's a small thing, it does give you a nice little glow.
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