Stories of Kindness from Around the World

A Big Urge To Do A Little Bit More


--by charmedlife9, posted Jun 25, 2012

This morning I went to drop of my large items to the recycling center. There was an Asian lady in the line who looked about 65-70 years old. She had 6 big black bags of recycling with her. I asked her if she wanted my items, because she was commingling and she could get money for it. She accepted them and thanked me with the most wonderful, loving hug I have ever had.

After leaving the recycling center, I went to the market. I had just finished writing my book, and am hoping to get it published someday. I wanted to pick up some steaks to celebrate. It was kind of a special occasion for me, since I have been unemployed for four months and money is tight. 

At the market, I had the steaks in my hand, but then thought about the lady at the recycling center. I put them back and decided to buy hamburgers instead. Then, I went back to the recycling center. 

Folding up the twenty dollar bill that I would have spent on steaks, I walked up to the Asian lady. Taking  her hand, I put the money in it, gave her a hug, and walked away. All of a sudden, before I could get too far, I felt someone grab me around the waist from behind. (Note: I am 6' tall and she is maybe 5' tall.) I turned around and hugged her back. Tears filled both of our eyes. She told me she loved me and thanked me again. I kissed her cheek and told her to have a wonderful day.

Then I got in my truck and drove away.

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Readers Comments

unknown wrote: what an incredibly kind thing to do! what might have been a meal for you, might have been several meals for her! You are a beautiful soul, that you would do that for her. May blessings abound for you.
charmedlife9 wrote: Thank you, my thoughts exactly!
HappyDae wrote: There are no coincidences...You were led to help this person...what an incredible mission you were on today! Thank you so very much for sharing this beautiful story of kindness, self-sacrifice. caring and generosity. So touches my heart. Love and Peace, HappyDae
Bluebell wrote: You are not only a STAR you are also 6' pure loving kindness. You not only helped that lady, became vegetarian for a day LOL ( good for the environment :-) but also though you act insipired and are going to inspire loads of people. Thank you for listening to your heart, Love and Light and Endless Blessings, Bluebell
MakeSomeoneSmile wrote: Awww, what a great story! May the kindness you share come back to you 1000 fold! I smile as I read your post! :)
kasturim wrote: What a wonderful thing to do!! You made so many hearts smile just by sharing your story. Love and smiles to you.
annjav wrote: Good for you! (You had my attention at "recycling center".) All the rest was the dessert. Add my love and smiles.
Busygirl wrote: Please add my smiles. That was such a wonderful story.
Aurelia wrote: When you follow your heart, you can never go wrong. I am so happy that your paths crossed!!! A story to remember always and feel GOOD :0) Smiles Are Contagious and I am smiling ear to ear from this great post!
~Aurelia
bluxess wrote: Awww ... Isn't it beautiful to see kindness bonding both of your souls ... Very moving, indeed, immense Blessings to you both, Bluxess.

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