Random Act of Service

This week I got to give service to someone while least expected. I had gone to Fred Meyer to get a few things and as I headed out of the parking lot notice a woman trying to carry a few bags that seemed quite heavy. I didn't question the situation, I just knew I ought to ask if she could use a ride. She was very grateful by this unexpected bit of fortune. She got into the car and I was able to understand Federal Way with the thick accent and few English words as she attempted to speak to me. I did my best to tell her what I was doing and gestured to her whether I needed to turn right or left whenever a intersection was coming up.

I got her to her apartment just fine and once more she thanked me and I wished her a great rest of the day. Grant it, we couldn't communicate perfectly, but it was touching to me how this woman trusted the kindness of a stranger who could speak her language to help her home. If I was in her situation, I don't know what I'd think. I am overly cautious and doubt I would put much faith into a stranger unless it were an answer to a prayer if I was in need of assistance. I'm grateful I had that opportunity and though I'll probably never see her again, it was wonderful to know I was able to make someone's day that much more happy.

Also this week, I got my hair cut! I'm in short hair once more ^_^