At this stage in my life, it is risky to go to the grocery store without a shopping list. I tend to forget what I want as soon as I walk into the store. Today, my list was so short that I was certain I could rely on my memory.
As I began scanning my items at the self check-out line, one of the attendants looked at me and said, “You know, those are dangerous. Very addictive!” She had spotted the Brownie Bites I picked up for tomorrow's guests. I agreed with her and we continued to enthusiastically sing praises for the Brownie Bites. Just when our love fest for Brownie Bites seemed to be coming to a close, the young woman said, “They are just like Pringles, you can't eat just one!”
My reply was not what she expected.
“Pringles! Oh my gosh, I forgot to get Pringles. I meant to get Pringles! I can't believe I forgot! I can't believe you just said Pringles! I really need to get some Pringles!” We both laughed and she said, “Go get them. I'll watch your cart.” As I scurried toward the chip aisle, I was in awe over the small miracle that had just occurred. If this woman had not been so joyful and playful with me, I would be making another trip to the grocery store for the sake of adding Pringles to tomorrow's menu.
As I thanked the woman one last time before walking out the door of the grocery store, I was still in awe of the way that that I had been reminded to buy the one item that I had almost forgotten. Such a small thing and yet a powerful reminder that the universe is eager to help us out. The more we believe this, the more evidence we can gather to prove that this is so. (Even with something as trivial as a shopping list!)
Sending gratitude for the joyful angel that appeared along my path today.
Beverly
so happy to have been on the receiving end of this!
Posted by: stacy wills | June 26, 2009 at 09:32 AM
I love this, Bev. Where can I get these Brownie Bites? I need this to suppliment my truffle supply. ;)
Posted by: Barbie | July 28, 2009 at 12:30 PM