In a story that could easily be straight out of a movie, Lavonne Schaafsma found herself in quite the pickle while visiting Millennium Park in Chicago. After enjoying a leisurely stroll, she realized she had accidentally left her purse behind on a bench. With her heart racing and her mind racing even faster, Lavonne retraced her steps to retrieve it. Little did she know, two brave women were already on the case.
These Good Samaritans had spotted a thief rifling through Lavonne’s bag and took matters into their own hands. Armed only with courage, they confronted the guy and snatched the purse back, ensuring it found its way back to its rightful owner. When Lavonne finally reunited with her purse, she was overjoyed and profoundly grateful for the kindness shown by two strangers. It’s a powerful reminder of how, when we work together, we can make a real difference—even for someone we’ve never met.
The story begs the question: if you were in the same situation, would you step in to help a stranger?
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