我是个好公民!

I would like to proudly proclaim that I have been a good, moral citizen (albeit not Canadian) today!!

I was walking to take the Skytrain home as usual, and when I got to the platform, I have to walk to the front end where it's easier for me to get on the train, as opposed to the rear end where people are usually congested because of the location of the stairs.

So when I was heading towards where I had to go, I passed by 2 old ladies whose backs were facing me as I walked. One of them was carrying a little backpack-handbag thingy, which happened to be unzipped and a very large wallet with many cards was staring out into my face.

I happily walked past them without much thought, but in a split second my mind wandered back to the wallet that was screaming to pickpockets "Pick me! Pick me!" No, I cannot let that happen to an old lady.

I retraced my steps (I had only taken about 5 steps when this occurred to me), and politely interrupted the lady, who was talking to her friend. "Excuse me, I couldn't help but notice that your purse was unzipped and your wallet is in danger; someone could easily have taken it."

I was a little nervous because I don't know if I will be told off for my nosiness, but thank goodness Vancouverites are a kind and friendly bunch and she said gratefully, "Oh thank you!" Her friend looked genuinely surprised and also added a "Thank you!", smiling at me.

I uttered a "You're welcome!" cheerily and went on walking to the other end of the platform.

It sure feels good to have your kind intentions well-appreciated, not like in certain places (which will be elaborated in another post) where I get verbally bashed for just trying to be an efficient, thoughtful person.

This made my day! :)