Random act of kindness

I was the grateful recipient of a random act of kindness this week.

I was caught short at the chemist and had only $6.55 all up in my purse and the item I needed was $7.95.

I told the shop assistant I would come back later once I got the extra money, but a man next to me said: ``Don't worry, I'll give it to you - I've got a heap of coins in my pocket.'' He reached into his pocket and then put a collection of gold and silver coins on the counter.

``No, no - I'll come back later. I can't let you do that,'' I protested.

``Not a worry at all - I know what it's like when you're a bit short. I'm happy to do it.''

I smiled and thanked him for his $1.40 and his kindness.

I've never had that happen to me before - although I have done the same for others on a few occasions.

What goes around, comes around.