A Smile Story from One of Our Readers

I love sharing my stories of my smile missions, and even more than that I love sharing stories from my readers of their smile missions! Here is one I received from a long time supporter of OSF. I hope it inspires you to look for moments in your life when you can make someone smile. :)

"Hello Friend,

I certainly hope you are feeling "smiley" today! Since you follow my blog, you know that my hubby has recently been in the hospital too. I thought I would share with you the opportunity I had to spread a smile while we were there.

The procedure B. had on Thursday was supposed to be an outpatient deal, and we assumed he would be going home that evening. However, there were some complications when he received too much IV fluid before and during the procedure. To remedy the situation he had to have an "emergency" inpatient dialysis session on Thursday night.

When he was taken to the dialysis room in the hospital, we were greeted, thankfully, by a familiar face. Cindy is one of the most knowledgeable nurses in the unit where B. receives his regular treatments, and she was on call that night. We learned that she had received the call after being home only an hour. She had already worked a 10 hour shift in the unit and now had to come back to do B.'s treatment. This meant she wouldn't be going back home again until after midnight. She is such an angel...even though she had to be exhausted, she kept a watchful eye on B. and helped him calm down after his frightful ordeal.

While making my way downstairs to get better cell phone reception, I remembered a gift "vending machine" in the lobby. In it was the cutest teddy bear with a t-shirt that said "Here's A Hug". I purchased it and added one of your smile tokens which I have had in my purse for waaay toooo long!! I took this happy little gift to Cindy when I went back up to say good night to Brian. She was so surprised, and definitely SMILED!! Just wanted to let you know that you were a part of her smile :) Actually you were the inspiration for the whole "mission"...so a big thank you from me to you. :)"

Thank you D.H. for sharing your story, but also for seizing the moment to make someone smile! That's what OSF is all about, and you've definitely got the spirit!