I glanced at the receipt and realized the bag had cost $1,700! It seemed like the woman had intended to leave the bag for someone who could use it—a thoughtful gesture of kindness. Grateful, I packed my belongings into the bag and brought it home, keeping the story to myself.
That purse became more than just a luxury item for me. It helped me feel more put-together during job interviews and gave me a boost of confidence when I needed it most.
Even now, I still have it, and it serves as a reminder of those days when I didn’t have much. More than anything, it inspires me to pay that kindness forward and give back to others whenever I can.