Story 8:
I saw a kid waiting at the wrong bus stop every day for a week. I figured maybe he just liked standing there?
One day it rained. I stopped and asked if he needed help. He said, “I’m waiting for my mom. She said to meet her here.” I stayed with him till she came, 40 minutes later.
Turns out she worked late and was picking him up after a shift. They had just moved. He didn’t know anyone. Now I bring him a granola bar when I pass by. He calls me “Bus Guy.”
Story 9:
I held the door for an older guy at the office lobby, even though I was late. He dropped his notebook, I helped pick it up. Got to the interview 7 minutes late, flustered.
Interviewer walked in, it was the same guy. He smiled and said, “You’re the first person to help me all day.” I thought I’d blown it, but he hired me. Said the role needed “someone who pays attention without being told.”
It was 14 years ago. I’m still at that job and I still see him.
Story 10:
I saw a teenager crying alone at the airport. Everyone passed by. I asked if he was okay. He said he was meeting his mom after years apart. I sat with him while he waited. When she finally came out, he just froze. I nudged him gently and said, “She’s right there.”
He ran to her and hugged her for what felt like forever. As they left, she mouthed, “Thank you.” I was just glad I hadn’t walked past.
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