The Chair
My friend went to a local store and saw that a woman and man were carrying a recliner. When she realized that they weren't going to a vehicle she asked if they needed a ride. Turns out they would have...
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Stories are the age-old way to share our experience. Stories enlighten, entertain, inspire, and move us to action. Visit this page for frequent updates to member stories, articles by contributing writers, or the latest news about kindness.
Navy Badge
I went up to a navy officer at the shops and thanked him for the work he does. He was so taken aback he took the Velcro navy badge off his uniform and gave it to me!
Boomerang Effect
One day, the entire city got nearly 3 feet of snow. Around 2PM before i set off to work, I decided to shovel my driveway along with my neighbours. I chose to do their driveway first cause it seemed like...
A Ride to Safety
I ran the 117th Boston Marathon today and was stopped at Mile 24, two miles from the finish line by police who informed the runners that we could not go any further and did not offer any further explanation. We...
Sharing Kindness and Goodies
My husband works for a government agency that helps the local community with information and resourses they need. The office he works in sees hundreds of clients a day and many times parents have to bring their kids with them...
Stones
I've been making little wooden smiles for people who use the path from our house to the beach for years. Last year I was left, quite anonymously, an array of beach pebbles with pictures and smiles on. Just now, this...
Three Heros in Uniform
NEW HAMPSHIRE: On the evening of our new Governor's inauguration in January 2013, my partner and I decided to stop at The Common Man restaurant on the way home. As we entered the lobby / waiting area, I noticed three...
Taxes
Small acts can go a long way. I had just found out that we had gotten some bad advice regarding tax liability and was hoping that a phone call to the IRS was going to help me find a way...
Morning Text
I began texting a friend every morning after she lost her son and have continued to do it for 2 years now. I have added friends to the list & also made a family list. Almost every morning I text...
Learning what RKA means from a stranger
"Random Acts of Kindness".... Never heard of it until someone paid for our coffee @ the Dunkin Donuts drive through. It's amazing how the little things make your day. Thank you kind stranger. Not only for the coffee but in...