I had one of the most amazing things happen at the place I go to volunteer. No one had told me that because of the holiday, there were no activities. So I said, "Well since I am here I might as well take this gorgeous lady for a walk around the outside gardens." We laughed, stole roses, talked, and basked in the peace.After that I went around to a few people and massaged their hands. One lady was so upset and angry. She was sitting on the side of her bed, so I pulled over her walker, sat in front of her and chatted. I listened and then I did her hands while we talked.
What happened was special. As she talked about how she hated the place, people, etc., I continued to listen and comment all the time touching her hands. She started to interact with me and laugh at things and life. She blossomed and so did I. When I left and said I would see her later, she was so different and open to the possible in life. What an amazing connection.
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- Posted by splain
- Apr 24, 2016
- Comments (23)
Readers Comments
amc9807 wrote: What a great way to make a difference and lift someone up!
vonnymcaskill43 wrote: Reading your story, and the outcome touched me deeply, i have discovered that the best medicine for another is to truly listen, it's amazing how real listening changes so many outcomes. In your story you experienced the joy of listening.
joanellenhoo wrote: You were their angel today what a lovely way to spread kindness.
luv4all wrote: Beautiful, i loved reading what happened , its an amazing filling to change someone's mood positively
ChristineAZ wrote: That is so sweet and wonderful.
Megan wrote: Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful and moving story. It bought many tears and a great release for me, a reminder about how spontaneous moments in life can be some of the most magical and meaningful :)
Raindrop1972a wrote: Living in the present, very inspiring!
melnotes wrote: A day well spent :)
burns wrote: Your kindness is so very beautiful!
kjoyw wrote: This is really lovely, splain! Beautiful story, beautifully told!
