A Bump in the Road

Well, no one said being kind would be easy!

Although an unoriginal idea, I decided to buy someone an ice cream sundae at a restaurant last night.  I know, I know, it’s a copied idea.  But come on!  Who doesn’t love free dessert?

The restaurant I was visiting was busy, especially since Game 7 of the NBA Finals was on.  But, I was determined to make someone smile with a free dessert.  But, maybe due to the circumstances of being busy, my idea didn’t go as planned.  My server, who seemed distracted and a bit frantic, seemed to brush off my request.  When I asked who she was planning on giving it to, she pointed to a couple in the corner of the restaurant.

Unfortunately, the couple left the restaurant soon after I made the order.  I was perplexed.  My friends pointed out that they never got a dessert, which means my server never delivered it to them.  I was a bit upset and mad at this.  But, mostly, I was disappointed that someone would take advantage of my random act of kindness.  Honestly, I was contemplating what sense this all made and why I should continue on.  But, I can’t let a bump in the road stop be from paying it forward in life.

Despite leaving the restaurant with a sour taste in my mouth (both from paying for a dessert that no one ate plus a Heat victory,) I would carry on.

So, today I sent a message to an ex-girlfriend of mine.  I know what you must be thinking.  But, it’s been a few years and things ended awkwardly between us.  Ever since then, we’ve drifted far from each other’s lives. 

I simply sent her a message wishing her well, hoping her family is healthy and happy, and letting her know what’s going on in my life.  Nothing crazy, nothing serious.  Just a positive message wishing her well in life.  We shared a lot together, and I honestly just hope she’s doing well.

Who knows how this will be perceived, but I hope she sees it as a kind gesture.

Well, with rain the forecast this weekend, I am thinking I’ll need to buy some cheap umbrellas for someone caught in an unexpected downpour.  This could be a more original idea than dessert again!

Please, if any of you are out there performing your own RAK’s, please tell me about some of your experiences!  I’d love to share your stories.

Enjoy your weekend, and remember to be kind!