True desperation is a look that is difficult to imitate. It’s also one that is hard to forget.
There’s nothing more helpless than a mother who cannot take care of her own child.
But still, when many see another in need, they don’t stop to help. They carry on their lives and forget the sufferer as soon as they flit away from that person’s life.
A Reddit user shared this story about how a little generosity can go a long way.
Read what happened below.
I was buying groceries with my link card, and also baby bath soap and deodorant with the only five dollar bill I have to my name. I had checked my card balance before I got to the store and thought I had $120, but as I found out at the checkout aisle, the number wasn’t up to date and I only had $70. You saw my embarrassment as I handed items back, just trying to make sure I could bring food home to my son.
You were very patient and kind as we worked out how to get my balance right. Then it came time to pay for my deodorant and baby soap. The price on the soap was actually a couple dollars more than had been labeled, and I was going to have to leave behind the deodorant that I desperately needed so that my baby could have a bath, and that was ok. I was willing to do it.
But you didn’t let me leave it behind. You reached into your own pocket and gave me the extra money so I could buy both items.
I cried the entire drive home, not over the left behind groceries, but over your kindness. You had no idea what a rough couple of months it’s been for my family. You had no clue just how much that two dollars meant to me. You’ll never know how important your small act of generosity was to me, but it was huge.
I wish I’d gotten your name so I could call Wal-Mart and tell them just what an incredible woman they have working for them. I wish there was some way I could repay you for what you did for me. Instead, I’m writing this post, just on the off chance that maybe you get on Reddit, and maybe you’ll see it. You probably won’t, but I hope you do.
There are great people in the world today, and you’re one of them. I’ll never forget you and what you did for me. Thank you. I wish you every good thing in the world.
How touching.
For one person a few bucks here and there will go unnoticed. To another who saves pennies, a few dollars means a world of difference.
The poor woman was touched by the unexpected act of kindness from a total stranger. Instead of passing judgment, the cashier showed compassion.
Spread good will. You never know whom you might save.
Have you done your part? Start by sharing this inspirational story using the buttons below.
