What's your most amazing experience of generosity by a stranger?

Decades ago, an unknown woman came into the office where my then-fiancée worked, to book her flight home across the ocean. On learning we were about to be married and emigrate to her own home city, she immediately said "come to us"!

A few months later, she and her husband (who hadn't been consulted in the first place) were at the airport to meet us on arrival. We lived with them until we were 'on our feet' in two or three weeks. I'd never known such kindness from a stranger and will never forget it.

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Coralmist · 41-45, F

That is very kind indeed . For me it was a few years ago. I had to go to the ER by ambulance one night for extreme pain. When I was discharged the next morning I had to call a cab home. As the guy pulled up to the house upon returning, I said
"Let me go get my wallet. I will give you the fare and tip..it is inside." He started to motion No no. I said again.."No I need to give a tip, and fare. it is right inside. "
He again said " No no..its ok no worries take care.."

I thought... wow ...how gracious. 🌺 I will always remember that.