What a difference a friendly smile can make to brighten a day.  For the past few months, each morning on my way to catch the city bus to work, the school bus driver and I exchange a wave and a smile as we pass each other on our early morning treck.  I have come to eagerly await the approach of the school bus and the driver’s warm, friendly smile and enthusiastic wave.

On Friday I was unexpectedly and pleasantly surprised when the driver stopped, opened the door, and introduced herself to me.  She said I make her day when she and I pass and greet each other in the morning!  We shook hands and exchanged names, and I conveyed my pleasure at seeing her friendly smile at the start of my work days too.

Before I knew her name, I felt like Michelle and I were long lost friends when we passed.  Now that we have met and I know she feels the same way I do, I will enjoy her friendly morning greeting even more.  Thanks, Michelle, for being you!