Kindness

Write about a random act of kindness you’ve done for someone.

One crisp autumn afternoon, I found myself with a rare free day. The leaves were a vibrant mix of oranges, reds, and yellows, and the air carried the faint scent of impending winter. Deciding to take a stroll through the neighborhood, I noticed an elderly woman struggling to rake the leaves in her front yard.

Her movements were slow, and her small frame seemed to bend under the weight of the task.Without much thought, I approached her with a warm smile. “Hello, ma’am. Would you like some help with the leaves?”

Her eyes lit up with a mixture of surprise and gratitude, and she nodded. “Oh, that would be wonderful, dear. My arthritis isn’t what it used to be,” she said with a chuckle.I grabbed a spare rake from her garage, and together, we worked in harmony.

As we raked, she shared stories of her youth, tales of the neighborhood from decades past, and memories of her late husband. Her voice was filled with nostalgia and a quiet joy that made the afternoon even more special.

The work didn’t take long with the two of us, and soon her yard was cleared of the autumn debris. As a thank you, she invited me inside for a cup of tea. Her home was cozy, filled with photographs and mementos of a life well-lived.

We sat by the window, sipping tea and continuing our conversation.When it was time for me to leave, she grasped my hand and said, “You’ve made this old lady’s day much brighter.

Thank you.” I walked away with a heart full of warmth, knowing that a simple act of kindness had not only helped her but also enriched my own day.