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Kindness, gratitude, and paying it forward ...

10/31/2011

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     I had a few "pay it forward" moments, or moments of inner gratitude over the weekend.  Saturday began with a flat tire.  Fortunately, for me, a gentleman noticed it - not only did he advise me of my flat tire, he also changed it and put the "donut" on so I could make it to a tire shop, without having to call for roadside assistance.  I tried to "pay" him, to no avail.  He just reminded me to "help someone else".  I thanked him (a way of showing my inner gratitude), and we parted ways.  I did remember to get he and his wife's name so I can also send them a thank you card, a more personal thanks!
     From there, I went to the tire store where I had purchased a tire in May, knowing it would be covered if it was the one I had purchased from them.  It was not, however, it was repairable and they were kind enough to fix it, for no cost.  Another moment of inner gratitude.  And, inner gratitude does nothing, without sharing.  So, of course, I thanked the young man and expressed my appreciation for his kindness.
     Showing gratitude for someone's kindness toward you, and paying it forward to another, is a good standard for anyone's life.  If we pay attention, I think most days an opportunity will be given, to be kind ... whether it be kind words, actions, or deeds.
     As the weekend ensued, I was able to show kindness, and be helpful to a few people myself.  It's always heart-warming to be able to help, and not expect something in return.

"Today, give a stranger one of your smiles. It might
be the only sunshine he sees all day."  ~H. Jackson Brown

“There is no such thing as can’t.”  ~Christopher Reeve 
My mother used to tell me, "Can't never did anything!" ~nr lenz

"Never miss an opportunity to make others happy, even if you have to leave them alone in order to do it."
~Author Unknown

"Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to turn a life around."  ~Leo Buscaglia

"Love someone who doesn't deserve it."  ~Author Unknown
4 Comments
Nicki
11/1/2011 07:06:05

If only there were more people like that in this world. There are so many struggles today that you would think people would learn to "pay it forward" even just a little. But sadly that does not seem to be the case at all. Just frowns and rudeness. So glad you found a little bit of it that does exist.

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Nancy
11/2/2011 07:05:08

Nicki, thanks for your input, sweetie! I'm happy to see that you are checkin' in on my website once in awhile. It kind of makes up for those times when I'm slow in responding to my personal emails (which I treasure). You know, paying it forward is so easy ... how about "treat people as you would like to be treated" or "show a little kindness, it goes a long way" or "just smile, it may be the only kindness someone gets that day". Paying it forward does not necessarily mean money, or even physical endurance (such as that man did for me). I hope by sharing my experiences, can shed "light" on things in life that often seem so "hopeless, dim, or grim". And, that day, it happened to me more than once - and to be able to return kindnesses myself made it even more special! Heart-to-heart hugs, I miss you.

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Nicki
11/2/2011 08:51:59

Nancy, I completely agree. Some of the nicest acts of kindness are just a smile, saying thank you or your welcome, or holding a door. The simple things in life that not very many people seem to do anymore. I always try no matter how rude the other person is hoping that will help a little to just change there day. Whether in a rush or just having a bad day by paying it forward and giving someone a little smile can change someones whole day!

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Nancy
11/2/2011 08:56:39

YAY for you, sweetie! *smile*

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