Major NSV!

fueledbychange

My walk started out like all the rest. Me, a couple of the neighborhood kids, just going around the loop as usual. Then, as we came to the point where the lap ends, they all left and I continued on by myself. This almost always happens, too. Anyway, on that second lap, I passed this house.
A man was outside, posting up some political sign on his mailbox. I was almost past the house and gone, but he said "Hey, I want to tell you something."

So in all politeness, I said "Yes?"
And then he continued on to tell me that I was an inspiration to his mother and sister; that whenever they visit they always see me walking or riding my bike, and that I inspired them to go on walks too. He said one day he hopes they're over and I pass by so they can tell me themselves.

I almost burst with joy! I know that sounds so cliche, but I can't help it! It's the truth!
That comment pretty much just made my whole week!

LAMypie

I'm not much for words. Hence why I really wish MFP had a "LIKE" button! That's awesome!

CarmenSandiegoInVA

That is wonderful. I am SO proud of you for all your hard work. I'm Glad that other people are noticing as well.

ghostpixie

Awesome!!!

Deipneus

Great story! It shows how a kind word can go a long way.

littleworm23

That is awesome!

mscoco10

Proud of ya ; keep it up

mockchoc

You may have just extended their lives so yep that is a major victory. Big pat on the back for you

LorinaLynn

How sweet! What a wonderful story... and way to pass the torch on to others.

dicoveringwhoIam

Thats awesome! Sometimes just doing what you do, what we do touches and inspires people we dont even know!

Lisseth03

kmhenry84

that is so awesome.
I told the person who inspired me, and she was blown away :-)

I hope someday I can be someone's inspiration :-)

Antonella64

like!!!!

emmy3111

what a fantastic NSV!!! Good for you!

clarabowling

I hope there is "like" button too! awesome!

lndillon1

How great! Now you will never want to miss a walk.

Leeannboswell

Waaaaaaaaaay Cool! Very nice of the man to stop you and tell you that wonderful, inspirational compliment!!!!!

Keep up the good work, no telling how many others you will affect in a positive way. Mostly yourself!!!!!!!!

Best, LeeAnn

SuperSexyDork

That's so sweet! I'm glad you could inspire someone and even happier that he told you!

KickassAugust

That's so wonderful...

Jennacita

Thats pretty awesome.

joybedford

That is great keep up the good work. I was out running the other day, I always go the same route, a man was washing his car and he asked me how far I had run I said just over 9.5 miles and had another 6 to go. He praised me and said he always saw me running and wondered how far I went. I felt very proud 2 years ago I could barely run for a minute and was 3 stone heavier.

saschka7

How awesome! And it kinda makes a person wonder how often positive things we do on a daily basis also influence others but DON'T get feedback!

ktsmom430

How awesome! And it kinda makes a person wonder how often positive things we do on a daily basis also influence others but DON'T get feedback!

This^ So many victories of so many people here that have helped so many of us stay focused and on track.
What a day brightener for you!

TheFinalThird

How wonderful. You are truly and literally an inspiration to others! I hope you're feeling proud because you've done a wonderful thing and affected others in a positive way!