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An act of kindness
November 16 2012
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RHP User
13 years ago
I helped some one spill beer three times out of both of their nostrils and mouth whilst drinking there second last stubbier this arvo.It was funny and poetic all at the same time and, I was being over kind. :D(long story and youd have to have been there) lol
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RHP User
13 years ago
Your about to be outed again Due to a bizzare and a strange set of events early in Jan of this year I found myself somewhat homeless...yes homeless...I literally had my car, my keys, my cell, a wallet (but all my cards were in house as I had used a different hangbag when I went out the nite before, so therefore I had very little cash on me ) and the clothes I was standing in...what to do? , what to do? ..and of course that was the weekend the bestie was away wasnt it ?? I drove around for a while trying to figure out what to do as its quite confronting to be in this type of situation ( especially when its not of your own doing and you have no family in set city)............I then decided to make contact with a passing acquaintance (why ? I really still dont know to this day .. Universe at work perhaps ?) ...who I felt a kinship with but truly did not know all that well I rang this person, who didnt even ask all the details ...and who immediately ordered me to come on over...upon arriving there after a hours drive and by this time cringing with embarassment at my predicament and the fact that I barely knew this person, I was welcomed into their house with open arms I was fed, watered, showered, clothes offered to me, use of computer, money loaned, advice upon advice given and keys to the house handed over and told to take my time......sort this shit out..... Im here if you need me... etc etc I was (and still am overwhelmed) by this act of kindness when I was really down on my luck and thru no fault of my own... Obviously I have thanked this person, and I only hope that one day in some way I can repay what they did for me to them..I do know that I have a obligation to "pay it forward" ...I like to think that I will................... And that dear readers...... is how Tuscan Red came to be on my friends list :)... thanks yet again Blondie :)
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RHP User
13 years ago
This is my first ever comment, but I can't go by. I think these type of things are there in our life on everyday basis. We just simply choose not to see them. You have to change your point of view, and than suddenly you'll see soooo many hands reaching out, and you feel like your hand needs to go out too. The secret is, no expectations, as those people who reach out to you, have none too. I guess in my caseI could never pass someone in need, but every good deed comes back sooner or later, and not necesarely, like a big act. So, take the time and look around :)
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RHP User
13 years ago
I've been travelling Europe for the past four months and was in Como,Italy today when I found myself being followed for about 2 Km by a big black African man. As his steps got closer he began to approach me and I even though i was ignoring him his steps came closer. I practically ran to the nearest bunch of guys I could see and when I made it to them I burst into tears. They comforted me whilst I explained in my broken Italian what had happened and two of them even scoured the park where we were looking for him. They then offered me a drink to calm my nerves and accompanied me to the train station, one of them even pointing out that I should wipe my poor face as my eyeliner had run! Actually a very good thing as I would have been shocked if I had travelled all the way back to Milan looking like that! Anyways have had lots of acts of kindness but this just happened today! Look forward to hearing more! Fleur x
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RHP User
13 years ago
Good morning all of you. I am sitting here having breakfast and thinking about this one. I know it shouldn’t be so hard, because people do all sorts of things for other people. But thinking now and remember when this happen to me, it’s a blank. I just had another thought. I was at work and a Tradesman ask can he trespass the property and what he will do on the weekend I gave him the owners phone number and the tenants one. He rang back just to say, hey lady I talked to the owner and he speaks very highly of you. So this made my day didn’t it. I mean, this sounds like a little insignificant thing, but it isn’t. Sometimes you are at your job and all you hear from people is, I want, I want it now, I cant, I cant you bitch you mole even someone called me a dog. It’s not always easy to brush this off. But hey when some one ring back just to tell you such a nice compliment it just goes down like “ Schnaps to a German”, hahaha. Believe it or not I have just tiers in my eyes…..bloody emotional female I am. Litonya
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RHP User
13 years ago
I also believe in letting people know when they have done the right thing - My office admin has the task of calling bosses up all of the time, to let them know how their workers are appreciated, and we even go out of our way to write letters stating the same. It is a great feeling!I ALWAYS have people do me a good turn - I believe it has to do with Karma.For example - my recent project had a small hickup, and ended up costing my company about $5k, through no ones fault. The client being a huge company, covered part of the bill, but when the client rep found that is was less than half - decided to put money out of his own pocket to get it up to half way!On my side - just starting an extension when the Old chap (Octogenarian) two doors up mentioned he had a leaking tap, and would i be able to repair it as i am a builder.Went over, and changed a couple of washers and 20mins later was out the door.He tried to squeeze a $20 into my hand, but i refused. I know these old boys like to pay their way, so i made him a deal - as we are there for the next 9 weeks, i told him we would be over for a cup of tea some smokos, and we will bring the milk and cookies! Massive win for us, as we now have great company at smoko, and a fresh brew too!
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RHP User
13 years ago
This is not nearly as uncommon as it it may seem in what is often a fast-food world full of apathy. I have been the victim of a random smile from a stranger nearly every day who may have no idea how that simple gesture is appreciated. It's often the little things that count.
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RHP User
13 years ago
Was by myself in the desert in saudi, got stuck in a sand dune (fortunately near population). these two arabs pulled up and offered to help (planting a bomb under my truck?) They must have been half brothers or something because they were arguing and swearing at each other on how to get me out. Prayer time rolled along (the country SHUTS DOWN during prayer time). They told me not to touch the truck, rolled out their carpets, and did their thing.then they went back to swearing at each other on how to get me out. finally got me on to SOLID sand, (after smelling lots of burnt clutch), I thanked them, they said 'my Allah richly bless you', and went on their way.after a few miles down the road my truck didnt explode, so i guess they were sincere and it was a good turn.
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RHP User
13 years ago
At the shopping centre not so long back, a lovely young man, saw me struggling with my shopping as I had to negotiate some stairs to the basement carpark. He offered to carry them for me.. which he did, right back to my car. It was so unexpected and some of that old fashioned chivalry that I rarely see these days. It makes me smile to think of it.
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RHP User
13 years ago
All mine seem so small and insignificant but they made the world of difference at the time...The lady from our doctors surgery, who posted directly, to an insurance company on my behalf, instead of wanting me to come in and pick up the paperwork and do my own mailing. It was an extremely anxious time and her kindness and assistance in going beyond what was expected, it was like an elephant being lifted off my back, in terms of alleviating some of my stress.
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RHP User
13 years ago
I was in NZ for a conference and found my direct deposit for my pay did not go through which meant I had bugger all spending money. I was visiting an acquaintance for a cuppa (we had spent time on a course together some years before) and she commented that I seemed a little stressed and I told her of my tight circumstances. She pulled a book off her bookshelf and opened it up to reveal a $100 note which she gave to me for my travels. I was blown out by the selflessness of her giving. She is not a rich woman, an ordinary wage earner, yet she saw my need and responded. There is true beauty in this world. Litonya I am sorry people speak that way to you and I am glad the tradie called you back. It does make our hearts sing to know we are appreciated, valued, respected. Great post TR
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RHP User
13 years ago
This year was very inconsistent for me... went from ups to downs and up and down all the time.... A true act of kindness surprised me in April. I had had an accident and was seriously ill, also I was on crutches and couldn't drive my car (couldn't use the clutch as it was my left leg), in addition I was close to ending up homeless I only had one more day to figure out where to stay, didn't have any family or friends around who could have helped me. This was when the miracle happened (yes for me this was a true miracle!) I spoke to my friends over east on the phone telling them about my situation, they just told me they'd make a quick call to someone they know in Perth. And boom, those people that I've never met before, they took me in at their place without charge, they fed me, they drove me to doctors and physio and in the end even kinda saved my life. I can't even thank them enough for this kindness to me (someone they've never met before). They truly became family for me such selfless and out of their hearts giving people!!!!! Still slightly unbelievable for me.
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RHP User
13 years ago
People offen say how communities have broken down,we no longer know our neighbours or care etc.But recently when I had limited mobility a small group of teachers and tutors at the small Catholic school where I have been tutoring since April banded together to support me.They cooked me meals,drove me to medical appointments and gave me lifts to school. This was completely unexpected and I have made some close friends out of this experience .All the more astounding was that it was sanctioned by the school and I truely felt cared for and supported as part of the school community.x R
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RHP User
13 years ago
Nice man changed my flat tyre for me on wednesday whch was unexpected and very much appreciated.
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RHP User
13 years ago
The biggest act of kindness from someone relatively unknown to me happen nearly 3 years ago. My ex kicked me out. Like shinasbabe27 I had nothing on me. I dont drive so I was literally standing on the curb outside the house Ihad shared with my ex with my phone, wallet and a couple of items of clothing I quickly grabbed. I called up a long time friend of mine who immediately came to get me. I knew I could stay on her couch while I sorted things out. As I was waiting for her I ended up talking to a man I had met on here only a few weeks before hand. I was in tears telling him what happened his immediate response was to tell me to get to his place, he had a spare room and it was mine for as long as I needed. When my friend showed up she took one look at me and said "Im taking you to *insert real name here* place arent I?" I shared this mans apartment for nearly 6 months. He did not ask for anything in return. Gave me time to get myself and my life together. To him I will always be greatful. And yes he is still my friend. I have been fortunate to have other strangers (or relative strangers) do things for me also: * the cab driver who didnt charge me a cab fare after a pretty horrific night out in Armidale NSW when he took me from an address to the hospital * the person who handed in my wallet to the police with everything still intact (money, cards the lot) when I first moved to Sydney * the couple down the street from me who, when I was back on my feet again last year (well hobbling anway) after a dislocated knee saw me stumble and fall outside their place. They got me back up and drove me to my destination * The woman in Tamworth who saw me walking the streets late one night after a decent night out drinking, stopped, picked me up and took me to my Motel Just to name a few Kisses Focus *
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RHP User
13 years ago
The battle of the Hurtgen forest in WWII. Not heard of much but one of the most brutal because they were evenly matched and terrain, plus the Germans were fighting for their homes. It was just after Christmas. There were wounded littering the battlefield. Both sides called for a cease fire. Medics from both sides helped carry the other sides wounded back to their own sides, while chaplains of both sides administered last rites to the mortally wounded. Extreme act of compassion during the horrors of war.
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RHP User
13 years ago
Of the people who found my wallet and handed it in to Campbelltown Police Station just last month when I was travelling on the mainland. I have no idea who they are or how to thank them personally. VikingBitch let me stay at her place when I went to Perth in 2008 and again in 2011. We had never met before that first visit. An Irish bus driver turned his double decker bus around and drove me back to where I was staying when I got disoriented on my first night in Dublin and missed my stop. I had already gone all the way to Dun Laoghaire when he realised I was still on the bus.
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boots_69
13 years ago
Like a couple of others here, the person who handed my wallet to Fairfield Police at the start of the year.Viking Bitch for your kind words last week.And to a few good friends that helped me help someone else when her daughter was diagnosed with cancer.
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RHP User
13 years ago
I was faced with a huge, unexpected bill. I found out while at work and hid in a private room, trying to figure out my next step. I thought I hid my distress quite well, but after lunch two colleagues handed me an envelope, telling me to pay them back "Whenever". They saved me, and not only financially. They showed me I was loved and protected, at a time my long-term relationship was coming to an end.
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RHP User
13 years ago
Hello darling,A few time on the road people have help me when broken down....As I spend a lot of time out the bush gold prospecting I see a lot of people broken down, I never drive pass a car that's broken down I always help them with out wanting anything in return...As I always say one day I may need someones held and just maybe it'll be the same people I helped...What goes around comes around...
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RHP User
13 years ago
I've had a lot of forgiveness in my life. That's an incredible kindness, I think. More recently, a lovely man planned a whole day for us to hang out - yep, just hang out - and listen to great music, eat yummy food and generally have a good time. It was a fab day and the first time ever a man had taken the time to plan something with thoughts about what I might like to do or enjoy. I was so stoked at his thoughtfulness x
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RHP User
13 years ago
...I landed in a farm belonging to a religious group. One of the 'elders' drove me home and returned with my bike in a trailer the next day. He returned again with his family to check on me. His wife had prepared a gift basket for me. They never even tried to convert me. Hmmm, ...come to think of it, ...do you think I sould be insulted by that last bit?
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RHP User
13 years ago
Quoting 'jensman1903' ...I landed in a farm belonging to a religious group. One of the 'elders' drove me home and returned with my bike in a trailer the next day. He returned again with his family to check on me. His wife had prepared a gift basket for me. They never even tried to convert me. Hmmm, ...come to think of it, ...do you think I sould be insulted by that last bit? They slipped some holy water into the gift basket. Didn't you feel it BUUUURRNNNN??
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