Woman always leaves basket of treats on her porch for the mailman, one day he left a note

Delivery drivers and mail carriers play a vital role in keeping our daily lives running smoothly. Whether it’s enduring long hours, carrying heavy loads, or braving unpredictable weather, they work tirelessly to make our lives more convenient. Yet, their efforts often go unnoticed. This is why small acts of kindness can make such a meaningful difference. A heartfelt Reddit post by u/miranda-the-dog-mom exemplifies how simple gestures of appreciation can brighten someone’s day.

The woman shared a touching handwritten note from her mailman, Todd, thanking her for leaving treats on her porch for delivery drivers. "Hello. Thank you for having goodies on your porch when I deliver packages. They really make a difference. Your Mailman Todd," the note read. Accompanying the post, she explained her practice of leaving a basket filled with treats for delivery workers, noting that it’s a small way to show gratitude for their hard work.

In her comments, she described the contents of the basket, which she updates regularly. It typically includes bottles of water, Liquid Death sparkling water, Gatorade, Lay’s chip snack packs, and a container of candy. “Right now, it’s Ghirardelli Christmas chocolates,” she added. Stories like this remind us that small, thoughtful actions can have an outsized impact on those who dedicate themselves to making our lives easier.

People in the comment section were quick to talk about the thoughtful initiative that is much needed in this economy. "We have a mini-fridge full of sodas, water, and snacks for the delivery people. They appreciate it. Especially since my wife orders so much shit," wrote u/Temporary_Tune5430. "OP gets a dub for the goodies. Mailman gets a dub for the note. And I'm now getting to go to bed in an excellent mood with a little more faith in humanity. Frickin dubs all around. Thanks for sharing!" added u/Adventurous_Hope_101. 

All it takes to brighten up somebody's day is thoughtfulness. In another encounter, a mailman saved an elderly man from major injuries and earned him a new buddy. It was just another day for Guy Miller, who was out on a walk with his dog Bentley. While on the walk, he slipped and fell on the road, injuring himself. Miller, a resident of Aurora, Chicago, was thankfully seen by United States Postal Service worker Jaylen Lockhart, who, without any second thoughts, jumped to help him.

He rushed Miller to a nearby hospital. The worker later told reporters that he had spotted Miller, who took a tumble in his rearview mirror while driving his truck in the neighborhood. He immediately called 911 and ensured that Miller's wife, Marcia, was informed about the incident. "I wasn't sure exactly what I was getting myself into. But I did know that whatever he was going through on that ground, we were going to go through it together," Lockhart told WLS-TV. Later, to thank him, the Millers invited Lockhart to join their family feast on Thanksgiving. "I said, 'What are you doing for Thanksgiving? Do you have a family?' We said, 'We're family, definitely,'" Marcia shared with NBC Chicago, adding that it was great to see his kindness, compassion and care for the world.