There is a sign posted on the door at a Little Caesar’s in North Dakota which states:
To the person going through
our trash for their next meal,
you’re a human being and
worth more than a meal from
a dumpster. Please come in
during operating hours for a
couple of slices of hot pizza
and a cup of water at no
charge. No questions asked.
Rosa is 74 years old and lives in Colorado. Whenever she goes to the store, on cold days, she takes an extra scarf, just in case someone needs one to keep warm.
Mario de los Santos worked as Division Manager of Human Resources for the City of Houston, Texas, while his wife, Diana de los Santos, worked as Associate Superintendent of Pasadena Independent School District. Retired now, their lives continue to serve those in their community. Last week, Mario, 77, and Diana, 73, surprised the elementary children in their neighborhood. As the kids exited the school bus, they gave each one a homemade Easter basket with a large bunny-shaped egg filled with candy and stickers. The children were so excited and appreciative. Even though Mario and Diana have done acts of kindness on other holidays for the children, this was the first time Lidia Rodriguez had witnessed the generosity of her neighbors. That afternoon, she took her children to Target and they filled two baskets with treats as a surprise for Mr. and Mrs. de los Santos. They also bought cards and wrote thank you notes. The next day they presented the baskets to Diana and Mario. They stayed to visit for a while and exchanged phone numbers. That delivery led to a friendship. Lidia commented, “I was raised by parents that taught us to be kind. But to have someone to be kind to us tells me we still live in a world where kindness still exists.” Although they have four grandchildren, Diana says, “Our ministry to promote kindness is not limited to those related to us.” The de los Santos’ commented, “Our giving is rooted in our faith and generosity. We just hope the children know that they’re appreciated and that someday they pass it forward. We do not give to receive, but know that to whom much is given, much is required. Love is the message.”
Each day, may we make it a priority to be clothed in compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, patience, and good hearts.
Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.
Colossians 3:12
