A Stranger’s Note on My Grocery Receipt Changed My Day — and Restored My Faith in People

my items, swiped my card, and turned to leave. I was halfway out the door when a woman’s gentle voice stopped me.

“Excuse me — your receipt.”

She smiled kindly as she handed me the small slip of paper. I thanked her, tucked it into my bag without thinking, and went on with my day. I didn’t know then that her small gesture held something much more meaningful.continue reading …