In a world so full of darkness and despair finding one random act of kindness to perform should not be that difficult of a task. Out of all the choices available I wanted my act to have meaning, to have substance, to possibly change somebody’s life. If only for that day. That is what Jesus does. He changes our lives one day at a time. You never know how your behavior will affect others which is why it is imperative to reflect His truths at all times. Your kind word, your warm smile, your gentle heart may be the difference for that one person that you interact with on any given day.
On June 6, 2016, I began a nine week internship with Sherwin-Williams in Tyler, Texas. This requires me to travel the westbound corridor of Interstate-20 from Longview, Texas to the intersection of Highway 271. It is at this geographical juncture that my random act of kindness originates. This is where I met “Mike”. We have all seen “Mike”. He is the …show more content…
I replied that would not be a problem and also could I ask a favor of him. Suspiciously he inquired as to what it was I wanted. “You are under no obligation”, I said, “I will still buy your lunch, but I was wondering if you would not mind if I joined you”. It was a reluctant yes, but a yes just the same. So, with two double cheeseburgers, all the way, upsized onion rings, and route 44 drinks we headed for our table. No words were spoken throughout the entire meal. Mike looked content enjoying the hot meal and I was not about to intrude on what was surely a rare occasion. Just as I was taking the last bite of my cheeseburger Mike asked, “So what gives”? I asked what he meant. He told me that nobody does something for nothing. That everybody wants something. I told him the truth. I was interested in him, as a person. About what led him to his current predicament. And if would be so kind to divulge that information with
On June 6, 2016, I began a nine week internship with Sherwin-Williams in Tyler, Texas. This requires me to travel the westbound corridor of Interstate-20 from Longview, Texas to the intersection of Highway 271. It is at this geographical juncture that my random act of kindness originates. This is where I met “Mike”. We have all seen “Mike”. He is the …show more content…
I replied that would not be a problem and also could I ask a favor of him. Suspiciously he inquired as to what it was I wanted. “You are under no obligation”, I said, “I will still buy your lunch, but I was wondering if you would not mind if I joined you”. It was a reluctant yes, but a yes just the same. So, with two double cheeseburgers, all the way, upsized onion rings, and route 44 drinks we headed for our table. No words were spoken throughout the entire meal. Mike looked content enjoying the hot meal and I was not about to intrude on what was surely a rare occasion. Just as I was taking the last bite of my cheeseburger Mike asked, “So what gives”? I asked what he meant. He told me that nobody does something for nothing. That everybody wants something. I told him the truth. I was interested in him, as a person. About what led him to his current predicament. And if would be so kind to divulge that information with