Stories of Kindness from Around the World

A Frustration Pinata


--by kerryglass, posted Mar 7, 2013

Someone I know was going through a tough time and feeling pretty depressed.

I knew I couldn't fix her problems, but I wanted to send her something that might bring a little brightness to her day. So, I decided to get a little creative.
 
I bought a pinata and filled it with chocolates and little pieces of paper with jokes and uplifting messages on them. I mailed it to her anonymously, including a little note saying that this was for her and not her children.
 
The note also instructed her that to hang it in her living room and wait for a day when she felt especially sad or angry. Then she was to grab a broom or a wooden spoon and whack it until all the little treats fell out.
 
I thought it was something a little different from your ordinary box of chocolates.

 

 

 

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Readers Comments

Carol wrote: Awesome idea! I'm going to use it!
Wolfskin2000 wrote: Haha, now that's an inventive stress-reliever! I love it and i love the effort and time you put in it. Thank you for inspiring me by sharing this story :)
Pelican wrote: That was a fantastic idea! Thanks for sharing that. Many smiles :)
peacehunter wrote: I am so inspired by this. And i shall borrow it please :) brilliant! Hugs!
ufadave wrote: Very kind thing to do. Thanks for sharing.
Joy wrote: What a thoughtful and fun idea. I'm sure she loved it. Many blessings to you and thanks for sharing!
kidzfirst wrote: What a really cool thing to do! If someone did this for me, i would truly feel special. You're a great friend!
princessliz wrote: What a wonderful idea! :)
jaederque wrote: I absolutely love this idea! I'm going to use it myself. How creative and what a thoughtful friend you are. (: i just might make one for myself. It could be a great reminder and a great stress buster!
cabbage wrote: What an amazing idea! How cool. Thanks for sharing.

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