Stories of Kindness from Around the World

Chasing The Brighton Bus


--by BigQuack, posted Sep 4, 2012

This is a simple story. I was driving along one day when I saw a young couple running, frantically, for a bus. The bus pulled away from the stop just as they arrived! 

I slowed down and noticed how upset they looked. So, I stopped and said, "Jump in! I'll overtake the bus and you can catch it at the next stop." 
 
They looked amazed at the offer, but got into my car. We followed the bus but we just couldn't overtake far enough to ensure they would get on. It's surprising how difficult it is to overtake a bus that doesn't stop often! 
 
After a while and some chat with my new passengers it became clear that they were new to the area. They were visiting friends and had to get another bus to the house they were going to. That's when I asked, "Where are you going, exactly," and decided to take them there. 
 
They were both so grateful and said it was the nicest thing that could have happened to them as they were not familiar with Brighton. I simply smiled and said, "That's cool. It's what we do in Brighton!" 
 
It was a nice feeling, and a great way to show how proud you are of where you live! 

 

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jsmc10 wrote: Thank you for doing this, i know just how annoying and disappointing it can be to miss a bus! :)
Thaata wrote: If it is your way of life to help people, my hug to you. Wonderful way to live a happy life.
Lisa wrote: That was so thoughtful of you. I know you made their day.
denisemj wrote: That was so kind of you. Thanks for helping them reach there destination.
Richie wrote: So kind of you the world can do with more like yourself.
Jami2d wrote: Wow! Where is brighton? Sounds like a pretty special place, the name is special too. My son is named bryton and he is very special. I think it is wonderful that you did not hesitate and stopped to help and helped solve the problem for these new comers. Get her done attitude, i love it!
Paul wrote: It is truly difficult to over take a bus with an extra small volkswagen. Lol. That was a nice gesture to take them to their destination,. Good works :~)
MakeSomeoneSmile wrote: What a kind thing for you to do! I am sure you left a great impression on the visitors on how kind the residents of Brighton can be! Nice going! :)
starryskies wrote: That was so nice of you! Thanks for sharing and for being. :)

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