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Somebody’s Lucky Day

Well, not exactly mine.

On my way to work this morning I discovered a woman’s purse in the middle of the street. Well, not the full purse, just the wallet part (but woman’s wallets are much larger than men’s…this one was the size of a clutch).

Anyway, I picked it up and brought it to work with me this morning. I looked through it for some identification, but all that was useful was a driver’s license (and an abundance of gift cards). I tried searching for her name on Facebook, but that failed me (surprisingly, there is actually a thirty-something person in this country who is not on Facebook).

So, I did a Google search and found her work address and phone number (she’s a doctor). I spoke with the receptionist, explained the situation, and she paged the doctor. Within minutes, I got a phone call from the most estatic sounding woman.

She thanked me profusely and after feeding her daughter said she’s coming to pick it up. Then she asked if liked cupcakes (hells yeah!). So, I’m thinking that she will be bringing cupcakes. WOO HOO!

So, I did my good deed for the day. Now it’s time to karma to pay me back with more than cupcakes. Perhaps I should play the lottery or something? Suggestions?

2 Comments

  1. Comment by Melody on October 25, 2010 12:39 pm

    Hey after doing such a good deed you really should buy a lottery ticket Karma could smile down on you for that one. Of course I know you are going to enjoy the cupcakes a lot also.

  2. Comment by Lise on October 25, 2010 2:09 pm

    Since you’re on a roll could you come over and find the earring I lost today (in or around my office!)? 😉

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