Stories of Kindness from Around the World

Just A Simple Thank You


--by shybunny, posted Jun 22, 2011
I walked into a pizza shop and ordered 2 slices of pizza for me and my husband.  The gentleman in front of me had already placed his order and paid for it. As I was stading there, I overheard a conversation about doing his tour of  duty in Iraq and that he would be going back soon.
 
I am normally quite shy and do not speak up but when the man's order arrived, I quietly asked if he was a soldier.He replied "yes". In my quiet voice and all teared up I simply said "Thank you"...
 
This soldier looked at me with tears in his eyes and thanked me back. I told him to stay safe while he was away. I came out and told my husband and he teared up too. I think far to many do not say thank you to these soldiers. Wheter you argee with what they are doing or not the bottom line is they are putting their lives on the line for our freedom.
 
It may have not been much but I think a simple Thank You not only touched that soldier but it touched me too....
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crosby2126 wrote: Thank you. A beautiful word. Thank you!
peanut wrote: What a wonderful thing to do,you made that soldiers day by thanking him for all they do for us.
MakeSomeoneSmile wrote: That is very nice of you. I think it is wonderful to appreciate people for what they do. How nice to read it meant so much to everyone in your post! Keep up the great work! :)
Glowworm wrote: Awesome! You got past your shyness and reached out to this man. We do need to thank our soldiers, just like you said. God bless you -G.
Bluebell wrote: I dream with the day that we don't even know what a soldier is because peace prevails on Earth and war was just a bad dream many, may eons ago. Blessings to you and to that soldier. Love and Light, Bluebell
Glowworm wrote: An update on your kindness's effects: Shy myself, but emboldened by your story, I stopped a gentleman wearing a hat and coat w/the words "Veteran" on it. I asked him if he was a veteran, and he seemed a bit confused, so I repeated. He smiled and said "Yes. World War II." I smiled, saluted him and shook his hand, thanking him. Thought you ought to know that you caused ripples with what you did, probably in ways you'll never know ;)
shybunny wrote: You guys and gals are awesome Thank you for the feedback and Gilenbach TY.. you made me cry tears of joy... its so goo to know that I made a difference...
unknown wrote: Thank you so much for connecting so delicately to the soldier ... Have you noticed that despite your shy nature, you managed to NOT only move the soldier, your husband and now Gilgenbach to share his part too ! How cool can this Congo ride be when many of us share such similar experiences ... Wonderful shybunny (-: :-) Deeper ...

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