The woman was tiny, probably 4’11” and all of 90 pounds or so. She looked to be about 70 years-old and had a pleasant face and a warm smile. She sized me up quickly, looked me square in the eye and said, “I’ll hold the door for you... it’s very heavy.” I smiled bac...
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Contagious Smiles
Lisa Emrich
Wednesday, August 27, 2008 at 11:09 AMre: Contagious Smiles
Mandy Crest
Wednesday, August 27, 2008 at 12:06 PMI like to think that you don't get to be that age without learning a few things. I think she knew...
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You do remember the kindness of strangers
Merely Me
Wednesday, August 27, 2008 at 02:32 PMSometimes I am downright shocked when people are nice. I am always taken aback and grateful. Thank goodness for the people who make your day a little nicer and a little easier. Thank you for sharing this sweet spot in your day with us.
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That's So Sweet!
Anonymous
Thursday, August 28, 2008 at 10:22 AMThat's such a nicestory. Made me smile.
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Gratitude Friday: How I Fight MS
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I love it sometimes when life seems turned on it's head and everything is backwards. Certainly makes it interesting.
But smiles which are contagious are powerful things. A little gesture which just gives and gives.
That woman probably doesn't know how many she may have affected that day, or maybe she actually does.