I did something a little while ago that was intended to bless someone else….but I think I’m benefitting, too.
I went the other day to a local drug store to get my passport pictures done for my Belize trip. Surprisingly, it was a good experience. The girl who took and developed the pictures was very cheerful and professional, and her attitude made what could have been a tedious errand a bright spot in a day of chores. I appreciated it, so I called her manager this morning to “tattle” on her.
I told him what I just told you; he thanked me, promising to give her a formal commendation for her performance.
It took all of two minutes, if that, but it could have made a big difference for her. On the flip side, too, I feel really good for having listened to my heart and done a little something extra to bless someone who blessed me. I might make that a habit. Can you imagine what could happen if we all made an intentional effort to express appreciation of someone today? Can you imagine how good that would make people feel, knowing that they have made a difference and were noticed for their efforts?
Is there someone in your life who could use a two-minute commendation? Can you carve out a couple of minutes today to let them know you appreciate them?
3 of your thoughts:
what a sweet thing to do! i'm going to try and do the same today!
That's sweet Jess :)
I try to do that to people - I love that my GPS includes phone numbers because it makes it easy to look them up and call!
A month ago while out of town at a restaurant waiting to be seated the host was SO sweet with the boys. We had a long wait, but the host, who was about 17, was kind, considerate, funny and an all around nice guy.
He even went out of his way to say goodbye to us when we left... I loved him!
I called to talk to tell the manager about him and the manager told me it was this guys second day... I told the manager that this guy was the most pleasant host I had ever encountered and he should do everything in his power to keep this guy working for him. The manager was so thrilled that I did that - it really did make me feel good to compliment someone else! Funny how that works :)
I love those photos!
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