Charlene sat on the window seat watching happy people walking past her huge empty house on Hillcrest Ave. She could envision the park down the street where the maple leaves were turning a burnt orange from the recent frost. Prior to the accident that had taken Kurt's life, they had walked hand in hand to the park so they could listen to the birds. She was thankful for the years they had shared and had only one regret. They had been unable to have the large family they both wanted.
After Kurt's death, Charlene had gone back to teaching. All the love and attention she couldn't give children of her own, she lavished on others. Even her fellow teachers recognized that Charlene was a good sounding board for their woes and she often found …show more content…
I have another surprise for you, along with that apple pie you've all been admiring. Has anyone wondered why this boarding house is named 'Random Acts of Kindness?' Well, I want to propose an addendum to the lease agreement you each signed when you moved in. If you agree, you will need to sign a copy of the addendum for my files."
For each day that you do a random act of kindness, I, Charlene Wright, will credit $10 towards your monthly room and board of $300.00. That act of kindness will be shared with me at the end of each day by writing it on a piece of paper and depositing it in the box on the table by the entry door. I will keep a tally and let you know by the end of each month what balance is due by the 5th of the next month. Signature ________________________
Reaction was mixed. Lindsey looked at me like I was an eccentric old woman whom she needed to humor. Tony muttered something as he picked up his copy of the addendum and shuffled to his room. Harry silently did the math and asked, "Does that mean that I can live and eat here for free?"
"Yes, Harry, that is exactly what it means. If you do an act of kindness every day for 30 days, you will have a $300 credit toward your $300 room and
After Kurt's death, Charlene had gone back to teaching. All the love and attention she couldn't give children of her own, she lavished on others. Even her fellow teachers recognized that Charlene was a good sounding board for their woes and she often found …show more content…
I have another surprise for you, along with that apple pie you've all been admiring. Has anyone wondered why this boarding house is named 'Random Acts of Kindness?' Well, I want to propose an addendum to the lease agreement you each signed when you moved in. If you agree, you will need to sign a copy of the addendum for my files."
For each day that you do a random act of kindness, I, Charlene Wright, will credit $10 towards your monthly room and board of $300.00. That act of kindness will be shared with me at the end of each day by writing it on a piece of paper and depositing it in the box on the table by the entry door. I will keep a tally and let you know by the end of each month what balance is due by the 5th of the next month. Signature ________________________
Reaction was mixed. Lindsey looked at me like I was an eccentric old woman whom she needed to humor. Tony muttered something as he picked up his copy of the addendum and shuffled to his room. Harry silently did the math and asked, "Does that mean that I can live and eat here for free?"
"Yes, Harry, that is exactly what it means. If you do an act of kindness every day for 30 days, you will have a $300 credit toward your $300 room and