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niyad

(120,665 posts)
Thu Nov 14, 2024, 05:27 PM Nov 14

A feel-good story, because we all need them! Earlier today, I had just left my

apartment to run some errands. As I was waiting for the traffic to clear so I could cross the street, there was a young woman on the opposite side, also waiting. When the traffic cleared on her side, she came across the street, and headed toward me. She introduced herself, and then said, "When I see you out at night, I want to grab my car keys and take you home." I thanked her, then pointed over my shoulder, and said, "That is so sweet, but I live right here." We chatted for another minute, and she ended by saying if I ever needed anything, just holler, as she lives just diagonally across the street from my little compound.

Definitrely made my day.

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niyad

(120,665 posts)
2. These days, we need every bit of evidence we can find for their existence
Thu Nov 14, 2024, 05:34 PM
Nov 14

outside of DU.

Tom Dyer

(88 posts)
7. I left.
Thu Nov 14, 2024, 07:52 PM
Nov 14

I moved to Panama.
My broken hip is still a major issue. My walker/wheelchair has ignited a Help Tom campaign.
When I just want to easily cross the street, EVERYBODY stops traffic.
Then I cry/smile/cry/smile…Bawl at the kindness.
Found a real home.

niyad

(120,665 posts)
10. I am happy that you have found home, and real kindness. May your
Thu Nov 14, 2024, 11:17 PM
Nov 14

healing be complete.

NBachers

(18,195 posts)
8. As we acknowledge and give thanks for the blessings and grace notes that come our way, more will seek us out.
Thu Nov 14, 2024, 07:57 PM
Nov 14

niyad

(120,665 posts)
12. I know there are so many good, kind, caring people out there, and I want
Thu Nov 14, 2024, 11:21 PM
Nov 14

to acknowledge as many as possible, whenever possible.
From my Nigrum Cattus and me, to you, Blessed Be.

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