Stranger’s Note Turns A Mother’s Stressful Day Into One She’ll Never Forget
November 6, 2025
A mother says a simple note from a stranger changed her world after a random act of kindness on a day when everything was going wrong.
According to Wales Online, 43-year-old Amy Johnson was out shopping with her two young children when stress began to build.
“My two young children, Sarah and Noah, were at their peak of restlessness, and I was at my wit's end,” Amy said. “Sarah was on the verge of a meltdown, and Noah, sensing the tension, was becoming increasingly fidgety. I was preparing myself for the inevitable – a full-blown tantrum from Sarah, which of course would set off a chain reaction with Noah. It felt like a ticking timebomb ready to explode.”
Then something unexpected happened.
A woman, probably in her sixties, approached Amy — and instead of offering judgment, she offered kindness. Kneeling down, the woman smiled at Sarah and said, “I couldn't help but notice your beautiful dress. Do you like bunnies?”
Amy said her daughter’s tears stopped instantly.
“For the next few minutes, this kind stranger engaged my children in a conversation about their favourite animals, colours, and cartoons. She had a magical presence that calmed them instantly.”
Before leaving, the woman handed Amy a small note. It read:
“You're doing a great job. We've all been there. Keep smiling.”
Amy said the rest of the day went unexpectedly smoothly. “It's amazing how a simple act of kindness from a stranger can transform a challenging day into a memorable one.”
Later that night Amy reflected on the encounter.
“As I tucked Sarah and Noah into bed, I whispered a thank you to the universe for sending that kind stranger our way. Her act of kindness didn't just change our day; it changed our perspective. It was a reminder that in the midst of chaos and challenges, there's always room for kindness, and it's these moments that truly define us.”
Stories like this remind us that even the smallest gestures can make the biggest difference. A kind word, a smile, or a simple note can turn someone’s day — or even their whole outlook — around.
Read the full story on Wales Online
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