I took the big plunge the other day and bought lunch for a couple sitting near my table at the restaurant. I couldn't help but overhear them discussing the cost of this or that on the menu. They both seemed overly concerned with how much their bill was going to be. The irony of it was that I wasn't necessarily in a position to pick up their tab, since from their discussion I think they both made more money than I do each week. However, I had not only had some unexpected income that week, but had also had a neighbor offer to fix my lawnmower for free. He had told me to pay it forward. The cost of their tab was the same amount as I would have paid to him for the repair! I wanted these young girls to understand that money was about flow and energy. I hoped that by my act of kindness they might loosen up about the cost of items on a menu and enjoy life a bit more. I gave the waiter a SMILE card and told him to give it to them when their check came. I hope they pay it forward!
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- Posted by mshannonc
- May 26, 2015
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Readers Comments
dvoy wrote: You inspired me to do the same. Thank you!
Pat wrote: Nice of you to spread a little kindness.
mshannonc wrote: Thank you all for your comments! What a surprise to find kindspring picked this up for greater distribution! Feel free to connect with me on facebook at www. Facebook. Com/awakeninginlove. Com or read my blog at www. Awakeninginlove. Com :) ~shannon
Lynda wrote: Since i know you, this doesn't surprise me. You have a giving spirit.
denysewade wrote: Such a wonderful story. I am sure you inspired them.
yujunxian80 wrote: The explanation is that when you start giving money selflessly,you activate the spiritual domain,money just come back unexpectedly.
alisamom wrote: What a wonderful way to pay it forward!
mindyjourney wrote: Thank you for your kindness...lessons in giving and receivng ;).
TrishaP wrote: This is AMAZING! You inspire me to be generous and kind.
kiwicat wrote: So kind!
