Stories of Kindness from Around the World

Oreo Smiles


--by AURELIA, posted Oct 12, 2013
I work in a busy department store. With the seasons changing right now the women's clothing department has been extra busy and our fitting rooms are loaded with clothing to be returned to the racks. 

I am like a "mom" figure to the girls and am always reminding them to stay busy and keep smiling when the going gets tough.

Today I wen out and bought chocolate covered Oreo cookies individually wrapped in bright colored foil. Towards the end of our day I went to my locker and got the cookies. I drew smiley faces on the foil and wrote Thank You on them. 

I gave each girl a cookie and  let them know that I appreciate them trying hard to keep everything neat and clean with a smile on their faces! 

I am not their manager, just a co-worker, but I know it made them feel special and appreciated. They couldn't wait for their shift to end so they could go eat their special treat.

Little things mean a lot. 
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Readers Comments

laclarrey wrote: Yes, everyone needs to know she is appreciated! Well done!
debbe530 wrote: What a sweet thing to do, aurelia. Retail is not easy. Been there, done that. Thank you.
Wolfskin2000 wrote: Such a sweet thing to do! I can imagine those girls were very happy with their little gifts :)
Thank you for your kindness!
KimH wrote: I wish you many hot footbaths as peak shopping season nears, and i admire you for not only being kind and a good manager, but for setting an example these women will probably take with them for the rest of their lives. Super!
mskat wrote: I briefly worked in retail years ago and understand the importance of a team when you are on your feet on a sales floor ALL DAY. Sometimes it's those small little tokens that remind you that you are not invisible and that you matter to those around you. Love your idea to reach out to your team like that. High Fives from Alaska.
petroskryf wrote: I wish I had a co-worker like you! Bless you for your positive attitude.
heartofflesh wrote: You are a very understanding person and it is a great privilge to read your stories !

Wherever you go , whatever you do, you wil always be a blesing !
sathsath wrote: nice to say hello after long gap.JUST few days ago i was at macys in brea los angles my wife was keen to buy lancome set, discount of 40%was in offer if i gave macy member card but i am from india,she showed a way to get a willing member for help i got the discount,ofcouse it was not you,regretfully,but someone as much kind ,aurelia, one who is storehouse of help grace and knowledge WELLDONE
FairyBubbles wrote: That is so lovely - you are right that little things to mean a lot. (((HUG)))
jsmc10 wrote: this was so fantastic, it made me smile :)

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