Today, something unexpectedly wonderful happened at the Sam’s in Houma, Louisiana—a small act of kindness that left me feeling truly grateful and touched.

I had just finished shopping and was walking out to my car, juggling the last of my groceries and the 57-pound bag of dog food that someone had kindly placed in my buggy. It was one of those moments where you realize you never asked for help, and the thought of lifting such a heavy bag while 35 weeks pregnant made me pause.

As I reached my car, a Sam’s employee named Kendell happened to be right there in the parking lot, picking up baskets next to where I was parked. I barely had time to ask if he could help me, and before I could even finish my question, he was already unloading my entire buggy into my car. Every bag, every item—he handled it all with ease, patience, and a smile.

The relief I felt in that moment was overwhelming. I was tired, my back was aching from carrying so much, and the simple act of lifting that 57-pound dog food bag alone seemed impossible. But Kendell didn’t hesitate. He didn’t glance at the weight or the fact that I was clearly pregnant—he just stepped in and helped, making a task that seemed daunting feel effortless.

As I thanked him over and over, I couldn’t help but marvel at how a single act of generosity could completely change a moment in someone’s day. What might have been stressful or frustrating turned into a memory of kindness and human connection. Kendell didn’t know me, and I didn’t know him, yet his willingness to help reminded me of the goodness that exists in everyday people.

By the time I got everything into my car, I felt lighter—not just physically, but emotionally. It’s amazing how something as simple as helping someone load groceries can make such a profound impact. That moment stayed with me, a reminder that we never know how much a small act of thoughtfulness can mean to someone else, especially when life already feels heavy.

Thank you, Kendell, for stepping in when it mattered most. Your kindness and generosity reminded me that even in the busiest moments of life, there’s always room for compassion.

And as I drove away, with the dog food safely in my trunk and my heart full, I realized that sometimes the best moments in life aren’t planned—they’re just handed to us by strangers who choose to care.