http://deweberdesign.disqus.com/enMon, 02 Nov 2009 09:26:35 -0000http://deweberdesign.com/2009/11/01/pay-it-forward-and-whatnot/#comment-21666084<p>that's awesome!</p>deWebMon, 02 Nov 2009 09:26:35 -0000http://deweberdesign.com/2009/11/01/pay-it-forward-and-whatnot/#comment-21562718<p>About a month ago I served/catered/cleaned up a wedding rehearsal dinner at my Vfw. The entire crowd was gracious, fun and generally a good time. After boxing up the leftovers and helping stack plates, the grooms mother came over to me. In her soft Southern lilt, she said what an enjoyable evening it had been and how excellent the food was. I thanked her sincerely and asked if there was anything else I could assist her with. She declined and pressed a few bills into my hand, I politely didn't check it, thanked her and continued with my work. Once in the kitchen, I had to look--it was $100!! My eyes welled immediately and went to my manager - I asked him "Do they know that my wages are included in their bill?" He said "Yes, why?" I told him. He smiled and said "Good." I had to thank her, the money was SO needed. I approached her and teared up again while profusely telling her how much I appreciated it. This lovely woman got misty eyed and simply replied, "It's a blessing to me just to know it's appreciated." All I can hope to do when the time comes is what you said here -- pay it forward. </p>jrwhiteSun, 01 Nov 2009 20:20:28 -0000