How small acts of kindness can inspire others give back

--by DigitalMind, posted Aug 19, 2013

Reading the acts of kindness here always inspire me but I have had a hard time finding people to anonymously help. So, I decided to volunteer with the Salvation Army for this very specific program they have called "Ministere de la Rue." It's basically a soup kitchen on wheels.

Yesterday was my first day and there were about sixty people waiting in line in the cold. They waited for about 30-40 minutes in order to get a bag that contained a box of cakes, a couple of sandwiches, half a baguette, a bowl of soup, and a cup of coffee or juice.

They were all obviously very appreciative of the Salvation Army food truck. Some waited an extra long time until everyone got a bag, in the hope that they might get a second bag. They call it the "second serving."

There was a very old and tiny woman there who got her bag and ate the soup right there. Then she waited another 30 minutes until most people left and asked if she could have another bowl of a very basic chicken broth!

It was a great feeling to be helping feed people that obviously needed it - even if I was in the back of the truck most of the time!

Thanks for the inspiration KindSpring!

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Posted by DigitalMind
Aug 19, 2013
Comments (13)

Readers Comments

princessliz wrote: So thankful for people with hearts like yours!
Volunteering to help others is one of the most rewarding things ever, and you can learn so much about life through it. I'm sure you did from the very first day.
Keep up the good work. The entire team going out there are a blessing to so many.
[Love and hugs]

Dobby wrote: Thank you so much for doing this! What a help you were to all those people. And it is sad that so many are hungry. They don't need to be. It's just that too many are tight fisted and won't let go and share.

Mish wrote: Bless you for your "back of the truck" kindness acts. :)))))

FairyBubbles wrote: You are amazing. What you are doing is truly loving kindness. (((HUG)))

jsmc10 wrote: Bless you, honestly, this volunteering has obvious benefits for the people. You are so selfless and amazing :)

bluxess wrote: True, never say no to food ... gift it with a big heart :-))) Wow. Very beautiful my friend :-)

MakeSomeoneSmile wrote: That is wonderfuy! Good for you for finding a way to help that works for you. It all matters! :)

DigitalMind wrote: Thanks everyone !
I went back the next week and brought 82 Granola bars to add to the bags that were being made. That time I spent most of my time outside giving out the soup and drinks.

jcdery wrote: I loved your story - thank you so much for sharing!

sabrina wrote: Thanks for sharing the story and helping to feed people. Gbu! Smilesss

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