His smile made me happy

[someonewholovesthemselves]

I am so glad we don't know anyone here. It allows be to be my true self.
My father is a narcissist, a wealthy narcissist if you will. So I was out with him and there was this old valet guy who he had to tip. My father was 10 dollars short. He asked me if I had change. I said I do. I gave the valet guy 50. My father didn't see it, because it was dark. I didn't tell him, because he would be upset.
But I saw it. That old man, he looked at the note, and he smiled. It was a genuine, pure smile. His eyes smiled. The crinkles surrounding his eyes made me smile.
It made me realize, I don't need anyone to make myself feel loved, I am love itself.
That is the first thing I have come to know about myself.

[Papa Coco]

What a nice story. Thank you for sharing it. It makes me feel kind of warm inside.

[natureluvr]

I love this story, SWLT.  What a shining example of generosity and kindness.  The world needs more of this. 

[Lakelynn]

Beautiful experience that changed both of you. Thanks for bringing it here.