Susan, a school teacher, has been a source of love for her students and many people. She helped a friend raise funds for adoption, made quilts (被子), sold them, and gave the money to her workmate who lost her husband. She even helped someone rebuild the kitchen.
One might think that she is too busy doing things for others and does not have any concerns. Sadly, her husband is bating cancer for the third time now. Her small salary is not enough to cover all of their expenses.
Thankfully, Secret Santa stepped in secretly. He works with East Idaho News, led by Nate Eaton, who goes around Idaho spreading holiday cheer this season.
The big day came, and Nate paid this great teacher a surprise visit in the middle of her class. "We're here because a Secret Santa wants to give presents to your teacher," he said. Her students shouted in chorus for Susan to open gifts at once. Judging from the way she looked, she seemed to be holding back her tears. She was handed the first box containing $1,000 worth of gift cards from a Craft Store. She loves to visit the store, but never buys things at a regular price. Then, she opened the second box where lay a check for a thousand dollars. She, as well as her students, was obviously astonished.
Susan appreciated the gifts a lot. But there's more! A gift larger than life was outside waiting for its owner. She was given a box with car keys inside. The kids burst into applause, truly happy for their dear teacher. Out of their school, she couldn't believe a blue Chevrolet car was hers now.
Interestingly, though also in need, this woman still thought about whom she could help and where the gift should go. No wonder many people, including her students' parents, love her a lot.
Indeed helping and loving people is not in vain. May we also be generous in giving out love and joy not only this season but at all times.
