Today I was on a coast to coast flight from Newark to LA. As much as I am a morning person, I dread early morning flights. Besides, yesterday evening I was in a water park, making it all the more difficult to convince myself to get up 4 in the morning.
I somehow made it to the flight. And as I entered the plane, I saw a sleepy looking flight attendant forcefully greeting her passengers. I don’t know what came to my mind, and in that moment of trice, I thought of playing a little prank on her.
I greeted her and asked, “in the morning rush I didn’t check the gate number. Hope this flight is going to San Francisco.”
Her lethargic self got some renewed energy and she declared that I was on the wrong flight.
I smiled and told her that I was just teasing her. She reciprocated with a wide grin and stated she is from San Francisco and how she wished the flight was going to her hometown. We smiled and I assumed my seat.
6 hours later as I was getting off the flight, she greeted me and said, “Welcome to San Francisco”
I smiled and as I was walking down the corridor only one thought clouded my mind, life is all about treasuring small pleasures. Make someone smile and get genuine happiness in return.
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It’s so nice how small things or gestures could make our day! Lovely post!βΊ
Thank you so much, Yuvi
That was really sweet of you to make energetic again and also made her smile. π
The thought at end, I totally agree with you on that. We don’t need to make grand gestures to find happiness. We can find them in little things if we’ve a positive mentality. π
I’ve always wanted to go there. Tell us more…
I am happy to know such a nice person like you
Beautiful Shantanu. Yes, small pleasyres. The other day anlady thanked me for my smile. What a beautiful moment that was!
Well said Anne. Thanks for reading and commenting
My pleasure. π
Sure. I will write more about LA. Thanks for reading
You are so very kind Jaya π€
You too are π
How beautiful is that thought. I am sure you have a beautiful smile
I hope so lol. Thankyou.
I am sure it is ππΈ
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amen.
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Ha ha that’s a nice and sweet prank π.
Thank you π
Nowadays people don’t care to read faces of the people who are near to them.But You not only noticed her tired face but also took an effort to make her smile.People like you make this World a beautiful placeπ
Yasmin, it was nice of you to say that. I am not as good as you describe me. But thank you I am humbled β€οΈ
Kisi din koi burai dikh jayegi toh woh bhi bol dungiπ
Aaj ke liye toh yahi sahi hainπ
Lol. Please do. Often mirror lies ππΈthank you
Mirror shows what we want to seeπ
Deep πwhat discipline do you the practice
I mean as a doctor
I have a bachelor’s degree in medicine.Had a small private clinic in Bangalore for couple of years after marriage.But later gave all up due to circumstances π
Do you practice now
Nope,since 3 years we are here and My younger kid is still quite dependent on me due to autismπ
The day I feel he is independent to take care of himself I may start workingπ
But I do treat family and friends and myself tooπ
I can completely understand. Hope you come back to your profession soon. Love and peace
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You have a safe flightπ
Thank you. It is a read eye π«
Such a sweet gesture! π
Thank you Diana. Much appreciate it
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Good so you are spreading your love from coast to coast..
Red I meant
Haha. Thank you.
I understood π
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Haha..liked so muchβπ
Thank you so much π
Itβs amazing how a smile goes a long, to bring someone joy!
Haha, perfect timing for humor. Lol π
Thanks a lot π
You’re welcome π
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You’re welcome!
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Thank you so much for sharing this experience. I have always thought that it is so much better to be positive and share happiness. -Jill
Thanks a lot Jill. Yes, we all need to observe the little happiness and cherish it
I completely agree.
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Yes, yes YES!!! THAT IS WHAT LIFE IS ABOUT. So sweet and simple and true π
Thank you for such a beautiful read. I am glad you liked it β€οΈ
I didn’t like it I loved it ππ½π€
Aww. You are a sweetheart ππΈβ€οΈ
Great post, Shantanu!! Loved the interaction with your flight attendant!!
Thanks so much, Chuck
Happy to share your words, My Friend!
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