A Nice Couple





   A few weeks ago C flew to South Carolina to attend the funeral of his beloved Aunt Midge. It was a time of mixed emotions. It was sad to know that there was only one aunt left alive, but it was a good time to see his cousins. Some of them he hadn't seen in 20-30 years. It was good to get caught up. He also got a chance to drive around the countryside. Winter in South Carolina is much different than it is here. There were leaves on the trees and it was beautiful, more like late October.
  The day that he left, C packed his bag and checked out of his hotel. He was planning to go to a regional breakfast place that we like to go to when we are visiting there. There was a line of people waiting to be seated. One of those waiting was a Baptist preacher and his wife. C ,being the friendly guy that he is, started talking to them. They were from the area. They had a good time talking while they waited to be seated.
  Eventually the couple's name was called. They ended the conversation and went to their table. A few minutes later the preacher came back up to C. Their table was a large one and he asked if C would like to join them at it. C walked with him back to the table with him.
  They had a fine time eating and talking. They recognized the name of one of the Baptist preachers that C knew growing up. They all had a good time. When the meal ended C had planned to pick up the check, but found that the preacher had done so already. C was touched by their kindness. He took a picture of them outside the restaurant. They said goodbye and went their separate ways. C drove to the airport to catch his flight home.
   When he got home he told me about the couple and his breakfast with them. I was very grateful that he had become acquainted with them. This trip was the first time he had travelled alone since we have been married and he was a little lonely. I was also glad to know that there are some kind people out there. Some times it feels like hate and anger are more prevalent than kindness. I hope that they have a wonderful Christmas and a very Happy New Year. Maybe when we are in South Carolina again, we'll run into them. If we do, I'll be sure to thank them.

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