Recently my daughter and I spent a day running errands. We scurried from one place to another scratching off our ‘to do’ lists. As we exited a large shopping center, I noticed the seasonal bell ringer, bundled in cold weather attire, faithfully ringing his bell for donations.
I stopped and turned back dropping coins into the big red kettle.
“Thank you,” he said.
“Has anyone purchased a cup of coffee or hot chocolate for you?” I asked.
“No,” he answered, shivering.
“Which drink would you like?”
“Hot chocolate,” he responded with a smile.
I hurried to catch up with my daughter who was already seated in the SUV.
“I knew you were going to do that,” she said.
“Where can we get hot chocolate?” I asked, backing out of the parking space.
“Over there.” She pointed across the large parking lot to a fast food restaurant.
I drove in that direction and scanned the drive-through menu for sizes and pricing.
“Order the large one,” she said.
I smiled.
We returned to the shopping center, and I pulled alongside the bell ringer. My daughter rolled down the window and handed him the warm drink.
They both smiled.
You never know how a small act of kindness might bless someone. The bell ringers withstand cold weather and long hours unselfishly volunteering for the needs of others. A hot drink might just hit the spot.
Philippians 2:4 (NKJ)
Let each of you look out not only for his own interests, but also for the interests of others.
How sweet and caring to think of that man. Your selflessness is catchy. Would be wonderful if everyone did that. Iām going to look for someone to bless next time Iām out.
Deb, you’re always thinking of others and doing kind things. Thank you. Pat š
Great story. I know it will encourage us all to do more for one another!
Thanks, Rhonda. It’s easy to bypass an opportunity to be kind. Mom
How like you to do something for someone who is volunteering their time in the cold. Not many people would think of this.
Thank you, Bev. I know you’d think of the same thing to do. Thanks for stopping by.
Stay warm. Pat š