
May 21, 2019, 12:58 AM
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Originally Posted by speckofdust
Today, two guys came to take away my washer and dryer and install the new ones. They had gotten the old ones out and loaded onto their truck. A little bit later, one of the guys timidly told me that he couldn't install the washer because there is a 3 inch piece on the back that prevents it from being flush with the wall, and therefore won't fit in the drip pan. I was shocked and upset - not at him - but I had arranged it so I could work from home to be here when the delivery arrived. I had done a lot of cleaning and moving things around in preparation - which took a huge amount of energy and exertion over the weekend. I felt a wave of disappointment wash over me. But, I told the guy that I knew it wasn't his "fault," and I appreciated that he had been honest and not just installed it anyway.
I offered him and the other guy some water. It was a hot day, and they were both visibly affected by it. The guy who gave me the bad news immediately said "yes!" - but the other guy said he was okay. I got the one guy a cup full of ice and water (I don't use bottled water, so I couldn't give him a "to go" water). While he was drinking his water, I went back outside and asked the other guy again. I even sweetened the deal by saying, "It's good county water - tasty!" He laughed, and accepted. So, I got him a big cupful of ice and water and took it out to him They were both so appreciative. The one guy said, "I've never had a customer offer me a beverage before."
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Thanks for sharing! It's a fact that a little kindness can brighten someone's day.
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