I learned something this week that can be useful to we stroke survivors – never underestimate the kindness of strangers. Bob and I went to Best Buy to purchase a portable docking station so I can listen to music all over the house and outside while swimming. While there I had to go to the bathroom and the door was fairly heavy could push it open but not hold it open. A young boy was standing right by the door and I asked him if he could hold the door open for me. He did. He was really handsome and about 7 years old. When I exited the same boy wasstill there waiting for me. His mother said:
“he wanted to wait.” He instinctively knew I would need help again and waited for me. I was overwhelmed at his kindness at such a young age and exclaimed to him and his mother. At times I don’t want the help but when it comes I am always glad to accept it.
“he wanted to wait.” He instinctively knew I would need help again and waited for me. I was overwhelmed at his kindness at such a young age and exclaimed to him and his mother. At times I don’t want the help but when it comes I am always glad to accept it.
Annie this post is very memorable, I have been back to read it a few times. You paint a clear picture with your words. I hear you, Annie, so clearly, and I can just see that boy, waiting. I think all children are kind - I wish I were as kind as that boy all the time. I will henceforth aspire to it.
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