People who serve us have real power to brighten our day.
At a grocery checkout, I was conscious of the lineup behind me. I placed my many tins of on-sale cat food on the counter. Two kind women behind me told me not to rush, and that there was lots of time. As I gathered my tins, one of them reached forward to help me. So nice!
photo by Pavel Danilyuk
Later, at a different store, I put my items on the conveyor belt, and the young woman serving me noticed an item that was on sale, but a different brand. She mentioned it, and warmly offered to wait while I grabbed the one that was less expensive. Perhaps she was tired, and wanted to finish her shift, but she took the time for me.
Recently, I needed some medication. I called the pharmacy, and my pharmacist answered. I acknowledged that he might be finished for the day. They were closed, but he graciously offered to meet me by the side door. I hurried over. He opened the door and handed me my prescription!
I believe that people are inherently good. When we see acts of kindness, there is a universally warm response.