Stories of Kindness from Around the World

Going Back To Do The Right Thing


--by cabbage, posted Jun 15, 2017
While stopped at a light, saw a homeless woman on the other side of the road. Could not reach her (physically), but made eye contact and mouthed "I'm sorry" and held her gaze and sent her love and a rueful smile.

Could not fathom just driving off, so turned around went back to the store parking lot, got out and pulled out some groceries, fruit and some money from my wallet (all of which were out of my reach whilst driving) and then drove so that I could be on the same part of the road where she was standing and could give them to her.

She thanked me in her language. We blew kisses to each other and virtual hugged while I was driving away. I'm so glad I went back to her.
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Readers Comments

Lawrence wrote: Your kind gesture is appreciated. Stay blessed.
compassion777 wrote: You will receive blessings that are priceless. Love. Kindness. Compassion. These are the priceless blessings may they fill your life
Painiacs wrote: That was so sweet of you to go out of your way , thank you so much. Blessings
cyctw wrote: Thank you for being humankind and seeing that which is in each and everyone of us:)<3.
AndiCas wrote: Lovely actions
ms_joy wrote: How heart-warming and dedicated you are to make a difference! I have turned around to get closer to a panhandler elder woman, too. I did it on the extreme heat of summer, and could tell as i walked closer she was even more frail than i realized, with wrinkles of time and dirt on her weary face. I brought her cold water to cool her off and a meal to eat. She seemed thankful.
marie2000 wrote: What a lovely thing to do. 💕
lt33 wrote: That was a wonderful thing u did for her you made an impact today for her and made her feel important 😊 thank u for your kindness
Mish wrote: This is just so you, cabbage. Bless you.
savraj wrote: Oh so kind of you to go back! You gave with love ❤️

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