A Surprising Work Visit Happens After This Man Performs A Kind Gesture

We all know of someone who’s always in high spirits, cheering people up whenever possible, and Kasey Simmons is one of them. He ensured that whoever he interacted with had a smile on their face, whether by offering them a complimentary drink, or a hug, he was a friend to all.

Born and raised in Texas in the ’80s, Kasey found it easy to cheer up people; he was the life of the party. His big contagious smile became an asset when he decided to get a job at Applebees, and he soon became one of the most revered employees.

Considering that he worked the late shifts at Applebees, Simmons decided to go to his local Kroger supermarket to get some groceries. It was a nice summer day, and everything was going well.

As he waited to pay for his items, he noticed that the elderly lady appeared distraught, and she caught his eye. Kasey tried to mind his business, but he noted that she glanced in his direction several times. Since he was good with people, he immediately noticed that the woman had been crying.

Many people would avoid talking to strangers, especially if they look like they’re having a bad day. They try to avoid uncomfortable interactions to respect the other person’s privacy, but Kacey isn’t like most people.

Simmons tried to make small talk with the woman by talking to her about the weather, but that didn’t go so well. Describing their interaction to ABC News, Simmons told the lady, “It’s not raining inside. There’s no reason to look so down. I’m sure you have a beautiful smile because you are a beautiful lady.”

Kacey was not one to give up on his quest easily, and he was determined to put a smile on the lady’s face even though his first attempt failed.

Seeing the woman’s distress, Kacey didn’t want her to leave without him doing something nice for her. Paying for her groceries was one way he could put a smile on her face, and when she pulled out her credit card, he informed the cashier that he’d pay for her items.

After a bit of back and forth, Simmons convinced her to accept the offer. Yet, that wasn’t all; he also gave her his contact information, where she could reach him whenever she wanted to talk to someone.

You’d think that after Kacey Simmons’ act of kindness to a stranger, he’d have a great week, but that was not to be. Despite his bubbly attitude, the shifts were quite unbearable when he clocked in for work the next day.

Throughout his career, Simmons greeted everyone with a smile, starting each day with optimism. This day was different, though, as he told ABC News, “I was having such a bad night that I was about to walk out of [that] place.”

Many of us aren’t willing to wait for more than 20 minutes for our order to get ready, but on that day, Applebees was quite packed, and customers had to wait for a while to get a table.

Amidst the mayhem, Simmons got a table for the family and anticipated a hefty order after their long wait. However, they surprised him by just requesting drinks, despite the hour-long seating wait.

Despite finding their order peculiar, Simmons generously offered to pay for the family’s bill as a thank-you for their patience.

While waiting for a check to tip made sense, splitting the bill for such a small amount was confusing for Simmons. He couldn’t fathom why anyone would do this.

Simmons was having an awful day at work and didn’t feel like dealing with any pranks, but he wouldn’t take it out on customers. The customer is always right, which means he had to comply with the family’s request, despite the illogical nature of splitting the bill.

Simmons invested unexpected effort into a peculiar 65-cent order, ultimately deciding to split the cost between two credit cards. Once he returned the cards, the strange family picked up their belongings and disappeared without a trace.

Simmons returned to the table after the strange family had already left the restaurant, not anticipating a significant tip due to their cheap order of flavored water. However, upon opening the bill holder, he was speechless at what he saw.

Tipping customs differ globally, but neglecting to tip your server is regarded as impolite in the United States. People working in the service sector often earn a lower hourly wage and depend on tips for their livelihood.

Receiving a $500 tip thrilled Kasey Simmons, but it wasn’t the end of his astonishment. The note was related to an act of kindness he had performed the previous day, and he began to choke up as he read it.

The Sullivan family’s peculiar conduct became clear after Simmons read their message, and he recollected the melancholy elderly lady he encountered at the store the previous day.

Although Kasey didn’t think he did much for the elderly woman, the Sullivan family thought otherwise. He not only paid for her groceries but also attempted to bring a smile to her face and make her day slightly better, which was the only thing that mattered.

Simmons was having a terrible day, so he understandably found it difficult to accept that this was happening. When leaving him the tip, the family’s peculiar conduct made him speculate whether this was an intricate prank.

It’s reasonable to assume that anybody in Simmons’ situation would be taken aback by the surprising tip, but the red-inked note changed his perspective swiftly.

Simmons’ act of kindness towards the crying elderly lady at the supermarket was fueled by his desire to make someone’s day better. He didn’t know the reason behind her tears and only wanted to do what he wished someone would do for him.

Kasey didn’t expect payback when he brightened the elderly lady’s day at the grocery store. Instead, he loved to make people smile and hoped others would offer support when they saw someone struggling. 

Simmons’ heartwarming story quickly went viral, inspiring thousands to pay it forward. News outlets and magazines worldwide interviewed him, eager to learn more about his random act of kindness.

Did Kasey Simmons ever meet the Sullivan family again to thank them for their act of kindness that brought him to tears? While it remains unclear whether they ever crossed paths again, their generosity had already positively impacted each other’s lives.