Absolutely Gorgeous

The life of a cashier can be both rewarding...and well, not.

Luckily, today was one of those rewarding days. Every single H&M guest was very polite, friendly, and patient. Surprisingly, people were generally upbeat - even with the long lines at the ever-popular Swedish store.

One guest, however, was uber friendly.

"I can help the next guest," I said to the couple next in line.

As, they approached the counter I took in their appearances. The man was covered in tattoos, hair in dreads, and was the poster-child for the punk style of dress. The female, on the other hand, was a bit more hipster-like and gave off a friendly vibe.

While I rang up their items, the three of us chatted away - naturally, we covered the high points of the typical sales chatter (weather, busy mall, etc.). Apparently an item of clothing caught the man's eye, and he walked away from the registers to investigate further, leaving his lady companion and me alone.

I finished ringing up the sale, the lady paid for the items, we said our thank-yous and then...it happened.

"In case nobody has told you yet today, you are absolutely gorgeous," the lady said.

Stunned by her comment I replied, "Why, thank-you."

She smiled and walked away. Just like that.

Apparently I am "absolutely gorgeous." A compliment I can definitely live with.

This two-second interaction got me thinking. Compliments are truly amazing things.

To the lady in the H&M store earlier today, I say thank-you. To everyone else, I encourage you to compliment those around you often - you'll help make their day and feel better knowing you are helping to make the world a happier place.

Ahhhh..... :)