Saturday, March 26, 2016

Random Acts of Kindness (SOL16 #26)

Today while I was out running errands I stopped for my iced coffee. I'm useless without it, and definitely needed my caffeine fix. I hit the Starbucks drive through and waited patiently in the long line. I didn't mind. I had my music on, windows cracked (it's still a little chilly), and it's a beautiful sunny day. I pulled up to the window and the barista hands me my coffee. Ahhh, immediately I was happily looking forward to the nectar of the Gods that I was about to drink. 

He looked at me and said, "The woman in front of you paid for your drink." Astonished, I just sat there. "Really?" I finally managed to spit out. "She said, Happy Easter." he continued.

Immediately I asked if I could pay for the person behind me. He smiled, swiped my card, and told me to have a good day.
I pulled out of the parking lot smiling, appreciative of the woman in front of me who reminded me how much random acts of kindness can make your day. 


Happy Saturday! 

8 comments:

  1. Katie, your pause, after your anticipated first sip, offered a wonderful surprise! And, I was happy to be reminded that it's been a while since I picked up a treat for an unsuspecting recipient. I will need to pay it forward now that you've put the idea in the forefront of my mind! Thanks for sharing!

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  2. Katie, your pause, after your anticipated first sip, offered a wonderful surprise! And, I was happy to be reminded that it's been a while since I picked up a treat for an unsuspecting recipient. I will need to pay it forward now that you've put the idea in the forefront of my mind! Thanks for sharing!

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  3. A small random act of kindness is all it takes to make someone's day. I will keep that in mind this day, this week, looking for ways to do good for someone.

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  4. Free coffee is always a blessing, isn't it? What a great way to start your day.

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  5. Your post is a great reminder that even there are sadness happening around, the world is still full of people that care, share and will spread the love during the time you least expect it. Positivity is contagious!

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  6. Nectar of the Gods - Love that, such truth!
    Yes, little acts of kindness like that are amazing!

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