R13, D20

[IslandGirl]

Late this morning, I went to the ice cream shop and spoke to the new owner. It turns out the old owners had told her about my occasional paying for a stranger's cone. So I bought a cone for them to give away to someone. It felt good. It wasn't one of those amazing giving moments, but it definitely opened me up a little. 

Later, I saw a group of tourists who were taking turns taking photos of the other five, so I took a group shot with a couple of different cameras. This has become such a regular thing that it doesn't feel like a "gift" any more, except when nothing else shows up :)  

A couple of things today (all related to the same situation) jarred me a bit, and I've had moments of feeling emotionally fragile and off-kilter. I still feel a little...off. I'm so grateful for this community. I need an emotional anchor right now, and this is it. Thank you so much.

Hope you all had good Thursdays - cheers!

[Brandy]

These may not feel like gifts to u anymore but I'm positive that whoever the stranger is that gets your gift of a free ice cream is more than happy.  U never know, maybe that is just what he or she needed that day.  Maybe that person has had a better day and gave away a few extra smiles to other strangers that needed it.

[Deb~ Community Manager]

We love you and are here for you~ Take care.. xoxo

[Lois55 wwt]

This site and community is a blessing for sure, for it is a safe place to land.I'm so sorry you had unsettling moments and hope they become few and far between! That was awesome that the previous owners told the new owners about your giving! You have truly made an impact! Sending you hugs across the miles..i am blessed to have your friendship! xo