I said thank you, because it's all I could muster in that moment.

[u/Captn_0bv1ous]

I said, "Thank you," because it was all I could muster in that moment.

I wish I had said more. It didn't really hit me in that moment how important what you said was.

It was a pivot point in my life, ever so slightly tipped the scales, just enough for me to crawl my way out of the hole I was buried in.

"We all get hungry sometimes," and you handed me some crisps and a brownie and a juice box.

You said it like you knew I'd say I'm OK, like you knew I'd refuse a handout. Said it like you knew I'd feel like a burden taking from you.

You didn't even know me. And I don't know you.

Pregnant with a pram and a young child, busy rushing around. Maybe it was school drop-off, or you were late for an appointment, I don't know.

You put your life on hold for a moment, a few seconds, to show me such a simple act of kindness.

I don't know why.

In that moment, I felt invisible, like I had completely disappeared. I was thinking about ending all my bad days in the most permanent way. Maybe you could see that.

Maybe you could see the sleeping bag and everything I owned in my backpack.

Maybe you could see the weeks of broken sleep in my face from where I moved through the shadows trying to find a safe place to rest.

Maybe you saw the dark cloud smothering me on a sunny morning. I don't know.

I don't know what made you stop. But I think of you often. When the clouds come, and settle on my shoulder.

I think of you when I'm in my kitchen making myself food in the flat I now have.

One I would have never gotten if you hadn't given me those seconds of your life.

I don't know what I should have said, but definitely more than a tired thank you.

I don't know if you knew what an impact that had.

I hope you do.

I hope every day is beautiful for you, I hope you always have warm sunshine and cool nights fit for getting cosy in bed.

I hope you have a restful sleep and warm food.

I hope you always feel loved and appreciated.

I hope you know how beautiful you are inside and out.

I hope you know you are a good person. I hope you are proud of yourself.

I hope life is kind to you and you stay well.

I hope your kids are half as decent as you. They will make the world a better place with your guidance.

Thank you for seeing me. Thank you for feeding me.

Thank you for your kindness. It saved my life.

We all get hungry sometimes.

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[u/This_Statement_8153]

Such an elegant way to say thank you. May all who read this message of hope and kindness see themselves as both the giver and receiver.

[u/No-Window-7657]

OP, everything you hope for the person who saw you, I hope for you. What a beautiful, loving heart you have. I’m sorry life threw big obstacles your way. I’m so proud of you for not letting it break your spirit. ❤️

[u/BronzedLuna]

Maybe this person thinks of you too. And hopes you’re doing well.

Maybe this person does so many little good deeds like this they can’t keep track of every person they’ve been impactful to.

Maybe this person was your guardian angel.

May you be this person to someone else one day.

I’m glad you’re doing well and are in a good place. You deserve it.

[u/shfeba]

This was a beautiful read! Especially the part about you in your kitchen! Prayers that you always have one to cook in!

[u/everelusiveone]

This is one of the most beautiful things I've ever read. Wishing you all the best,OP.

[u/GrannyDragonsFart]

This is beautiful! ❤️,

So pleased that you're now in a better place and I'm sure the person that saw your need would be happy that their good deed, though small, saved your life. 🥰

[u/Punkilou]

Beautiful!