Stories of Kindness from Around the World

The Monkey Lives On!


--by ourkatie, posted Aug 16, 2012

Coming home after a work's evening out I lost my purse. I guessed it had fallen out my bag as I was being dropped off. While it was probably very close to my house I couldn't find it and had to cancel my debit cards, etc. 

I'd had the purse for ten years as it was a Christmas present. It was a bright, red leather, Cheeky Monkey purse, so probably not very grown up for a 36 year old but I was very upset to have lost him!
 
Everyone I spoke to said I might get the purse back eventually but the money and vouchers in there would very likely disappear. I had therefore written off the contents of the purse and was even considering whether to move on and go "grown-up" when I was seeking a replacement. 
 
I came home late the next night and my monkey purse was on my mat! I checked the contents and everything was intact including anything of cash value. I was astounded when I read the accompanying note which read, "I found this last night. It was too dark to go through it then, so I came back tonight. I got your address from your license. Sorry. Iain."  
 
Not only had this man returned my purse but he was apologizing for not bringing it back sooner! 
 
I have told everyone I know and the standard response was, "It restores your faith in human nature" and it prompted lots of stories about similar positive experiences. 
 
There were no contact details so am unable to get in touch to say thank you to Iain, but I hope he gets to know how grateful I am!
 

 

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Readers Comments

princessliz wrote: Bless Iain!! Your angel came to the rescue, and you get to keep your purse! :)
I'm happy for ya.
What a great thing you've experienced.
Ashelly wrote: That's amazing! Something like that just makes your entire week! :)
moral12 wrote: That man was an angel in disguise.......congrats on getting your purse (and, its contents), back intact! Bless your "Monkey's" rescuer.
starryskies wrote: Awesome story! Thanks for sharing. :)
heartofflesh wrote: Never doubt the goodness of the human soul . May be it is a lesson for all of us.
A wonderful story indeed !
MakeSomeoneSmile wrote: That is great, thanks for sharing! :)
denisemj wrote: What a lovely story. Thanks for sharing :)
Anne wrote: I love hearing stories like this, makes my heart smile!
Shelley wrote: I have lern a lot from it. If the word have more person like iain,the word will be more better
Anjana wrote: Truly, it restores faith. The innate nature of mankind is kind and helpful- lets not lose faith and be grateful for all the happy moments:))

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