Free Download: Act of Love By Craigslist Seller That Lit My Heart…

After a long day of hunting, she decided to return to the auction Wed morning to bid on 4 barstools that would do. She was eventually outbid and left empty handed, resigned to borrowing her friend’s lone barstool for the time being…

Early friday morning, I was playing on my computer and the thought struck me that I should check out craigslist to see if my friend’s seating dilemma could be helped there. I came across an ad for 4 barstools, asking price $100 or best offer – hmmm. They looked awesome in the pic. Really nice wrought iron, with fabric on the cushion that would coordinate perfectly with Debbie’s decor. So, I called the seller. A nice woman, said she would hold them for my friend (even though I explained my friend hadn’t seen the ad, and wouldn’t be off work until later in the evening.) The seller, we will call her Bee, was in no hurry. I offered to pay immediately with paypal, but she said “Don’t worry about it. I trust you.” Now this was unlike most of my craigslist encounters. Many, including myself, tend to be of the “whoever gets here and pays first…”.

I call Debbie, who is delivering mail in the much anticipated winter storm. She contacts the seller later that evening, and we make the 40 mile trip the following day. My husband came along and once we arrived at Bee’s house, he asked if she would take $75. She said “sure” without hesitation. She was kind and helpful, and had even just cleaned the upholstery on the stools for us. I felt a warmth from her that was comforting and welcoming.

After we load the seats into the car and are on the way out the door, Bee hands Debbie and I both an envelope and smiles, tells us to take care and thanks us.

We were both equally confused as to why the woman was giving us greeting cards. When we opened them, we found the sunset greeting card, along with a $5 (see first picture above).

The three of us were shocked at the woman’s thoughtfulness and kindness. Not to mention, one of my favorite Bible verses ever was there, with a “pass it on” message. My name is “Saved By Love Creations”, and love is the answer, no matter what the question!

I know as I went about the rest of my day, I was more aware of others, and deliberate in showing love and kindness. My light shone brighter as a result of this craigslist seller, and maybe I lit someone else’s fire… and they someone else’s… a love cascade!

I often get so preoccupied in the daily grind that I forget to be of loving service to others. I would like to share a piece of artwork (second picture above) I did, inspired by the same verse in the above card. Feel free to print/download… click here. PASS IT ON!!