Stories of Kindness from Around the World

The Best Dollar I Ever Spent


--by lorichelle, posted Nov 3, 2007

I am a resource officer at a school district.  Last year I met one little boy in particular to whom my heart just went out to. 

He would talk to me every single day, and always seemed to have a smile on his face.  He has a problem with stuttering extremely bad when he tries to talk.  It's really hard sometimes to understand what he is saying, although he loves to tell you big tales! 

Well, this morning, I was talking to a couple teachers who were running the school store.  He stopped by and said hello to all of us.  They told me after he left that he stops every day they are there and asks them if they will be there the next day.  But of course, he never has the money to be able to buy anything. 

I decided I would get him a little something just as a surprise.  So, I picked out a pencil, a little grip thing, and a small notebook.  The kids were all out at recess, so when he came back in, we pulled him to the side. 

I cannot describe the look on his face when I gave him just the three little things (that cost exactly $1.00) that I had gotten him.  Then, without a stutter in the world, he loudly said, "Thank You so much"  then just kept repeating thank you, thank you.  He gave me a big hug before going off to class. 

I know I was teared up, just watching someone appreciate something that much.  As he walked off, he was showing his new "stuff" to another of the kids walking to class.  I have to say that I have never spent one dollar that would mean so much to me.

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Readers Comments

AURELIA wrote: AWWWW, That is so nice. I am glad you were able to brighten his day. I feel like I just want to squeeze that little boy with a warm hug. You are special to to the job you do and I am thankful that you do...keep up the good work and thank you for seeing the child's goodness and helping make his day a happy one. :) ~Aurelia
brighteyes wrote: Agree with Aurelia...it's an AWW story...had me tearing up....I knew a few kids who studdered....they tended to be shy and quiet so no one would tease them...one sang beautifully and then no studdering....KUDO'S to you for the gift of friendship, of listening, of caring you gave him first and foremost and also your thoughtful surprise gifts...

MADE MY DAY to read your story,
Brighteyes ;)
makesomeonesmile wrote: How wonderful that you make such a difference to that little boy. That is wonderful that you took the time to do that. Thanks for caring!
Lan Anh Tran wrote: Just the three little things but you could make this boy much more happier. It is an easy behavior, but not everyone can do it.
lanhke21292 wrote: the world is round for everyone to make friends around it.
akbj wrote: That is such a lovely story. This little boy must have been so shy with most people, & what you did probably gave him some confidence that he mattered. That is just so thoughtful. Thank you
akbj wrote: That is such a lovely story. This little boy must have been so shy with most people, & what you did probably gave him some confidence that he mattered. That is just so thoughtful. Thank you
keshavarao wrote: children are like "GOD" You have a nice heart to serve the littele child congrts for your's inspiring act of kindness
irongrace wrote: tears filled my eyes as i read your story.Its so precious how one can change a child's life.
One Million A.O.K wrote: Great story. I am a youth motivational speaker and I have created a program were I go into elementary schools around the nation trying to document over 1,000,000 random acts of kindness. I would love to bring the program into your school

You can see the website at: www.OneMillionAOK.com

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