True Heroes Among Us
They say true heroes don’t wear capes and often appear to be ordinary people. These heroes do good deeds without expecting anything in return. They could be anyone: a neighbor, a boss, a cashier at a store, or even you. Here are some stories of such heroes:
Story 1: The Lost Bag
A few years ago, my husband woke me up early in the morning and asked, “Where’s your passport?” I groggily replied, “In my bag!” He then asked, “Where’s your bag?”
It turned out I had left my bag at a construction hypermarket the day before. The bag was found by the staff, who took out my passport and checked their database for a loyalty card.
There was no card in my name, so they looked up my husband’s name, which they found in my passport. These kind people didn’t just leave it at that; they went the extra mile to find me while I was blissfully unaware and sleeping peacefully.
I rushed to the store, and they handed me the bag with all my essential items—documents, money, everything. The security guard, a good man with a sense of humor, laughed and said, “Things happen.” He refused the money I offered him as a reward. There are many good people out there who quietly perform acts of kindness.
Story 2: A Gift from a Stranger
I was giving away clothes for a girl aged 2–3 years old. A woman texted me, saying she was in a difficult situation and her daughter had nothing to wear. She asked if I could send the clothes by post. Initially, I wanted to refuse, but then I thought, “Who knows what she’s going through?” So, I sent the clothes at my own expense.
A year later, I received a package. It contained nuts, dried fish, homemade marmalade, and other goodies. It was from that same woman. Her tough times had passed, her husband had found a good job, and she decided to thank everyone who helped her during that period. It was a heartwarming and unexpected gesture.
Story 3: The Lost Rings
Thirty-five years ago, I was trying on dresses in a wedding boutique and left a few gold rings on a shelf in the fitting room. My friend and I went for a walk, and suddenly it hit me like an electric shock: my fingers were bare! It was already late, and the boutique had closed.
The next day, I rushed there after work. The employee silently opened her desk drawer and handed me my rings. My joy and gratitude were boundless! I still remember that kind woman’s face.
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Story 5: A Bus Ride Kindness
My boyfriend and I boarded a bus, but he couldn’t find his wallet. I hadn’t brought any money with me either. We were in a panic, surrounded by people, and didn’t know what to do. Going back home wasn’t an option since we were running late.
A girl sitting opposite us noticed our distress. She pulled out her wallet and said, “Guys, I understand, I’ve been in a similar situation. I’ll pay for you.” We were embarrassed and tried to refuse, but she insisted and paid our fare. There are still good people in the world.
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Story 7: A Waitress’s Tears
I once tipped a waitress $50 for a $20 meal because she was being treated so badly by another table that she was crying in the back.
Story 8: The Kinder Surprise Promise
My older sister used to tell everyone as a kid that she would only marry a guy who had a full collection of hippos from Kinder Surprise. It’s been about 20 years since then, and she had long forgotten that childhood promise.
Recently, her childhood friend, who had always been in love with her but never dared to confess, proposed. He gave her a ring in a box with a note that said, “I spent my entire life collecting these, even traveling abroad to find some. Marry me!” Inside the box were all the hippos from that collection, along with the ring. My sister fulfilled her childhood promise.
Story 9: The Boss’s Soft Spot
My boss is strict and never smiles. One day, on my way to work, I found a kitten at the bus stop. I couldn’t leave it there, so I took it to work with me, hiding it in a box. My boss saw the kitten and her demeanor changed instantly. She smiled and showed such tenderness, which I never expected from her.
She took the kitten in her arms, fed it cream from her coffee supply, and asked if it was mine. When I said it wasn’t, she decided to adopt the kitten. She ordered cat food, a litter tray, and a bowl for the office. That kitten now lives in paradise, and I discovered that my boss has a kind heart behind her stern exterior.
Story 10: Roadside Help
I helped a lady change her tire on the side of the road. She doubted I could do it because I’m a woman, but her husband was an hour away. After I finished, she offered me $50, but I refused and said, “Pay it forward.” She cried, so I hugged her and told her to drive safe. It felt good, especially since I had been having a bad day. Helping her made me feel so much better.
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Story 12: The Checkout Kindness
At the checkout, an old lady gave me some change while I was fumbling in my bag for coins. I felt embarrassed because I’m young and earn well, so I tried to return the money. She refused and said, “Oh, come on, you have to do good.” Her words made me feel part of a cycle of kindness, and I knew it would soon be my turn to help someone else.
Story 13: The Gift of Sight
My eyesight was terrible, and I had to wear thick, square glasses. A year into our relationship, my boyfriend told me, “These glasses don’t suit you. Don’t you want to change them?” I explained that my parents couldn’t afford it.
A week later, he took me to the optician and got me contact lenses. He even bought the solution and paid for new lenses every three months, just to boost my confidence. It’s been 16 years, and he still cares for me as much as he did back then.
What do you think of these stories? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
