sunday something

Random acts of kindness..yes, they do exist.  I've always believed this, but I've never had a story of my own to share.  One of those true "a perfect stranger did this" story.  Until today.  It was simple.  It was thoughtful.  It was a total surprise.  And it is one of those things that I've tucked away in my "this restores my faith in humanity" file - which is wonderfully full these days.   

After a lovely morning of an airport run, a yoga class, some grocery shopping, and on my way to the car wash, more errands, cooking, and a little work on my plants (namely some long-awaited re-potting), I was returning a movie and turning back toward my car when a woman walked up to me with these flowers.  She said, "Excuse me.  I know this is really random but someone just gave me these flowers and I'm leaving town and really can't take them.  Would you like them?"  I tried to look more grateful than stunned.  What a lovely gesture.  Small to be sure, but lovely all the same.  May the holidays bring generous surprises to one and all.