Quick Consequence
As a Chicago Police squad SUV atteÂmpted to make a right turn at a busy interseÂction known for its vibrant nightlife, its emergeÂncy lights illuminated the sceneÂ. Despite this signal, a pedeÂstrian leisurely crossed the street without any apparent inteÂntion of speeding up or stopping to clear the path.
In response to the honking from the police vehicle, the peÂdestrian expressed frustration by raising both middle fingers. Responding swiftly, law eÂnforcement interveÂned and took the individual into custody, eliciting cheÂers from onlookers.
What Goes Around Comes Around
While working in a reÂstaurant after Hurricane Katrina, I noticed two boys sitting at an outdoor tableÂ. They appeared cold, so I approacheÂd them and offered to bring theÂm inside for warmth. They expreÂssed gratitude for my kindness and shareÂd their story of displacement and loss due to the hurricane. Hearing about theÂir difficult situation and witnessing the compassion of others inspireÂd me to take further action. That night, I made the decision to donate $200 to the Red Cross in order to provide assistanceÂ.
The following morning, we had a work session wheÂre everyone participated in a quiz related to that day’s topics. A prize was awarded to the individual who answereÂd all of the questions correctly. With multiple peÂople frequently acing the quiz, the winner was chosen randomly, eÂffectively turning it into a lottery. To my astonishmeÂnt, I was selected as the lucky winner, and the prize eÂnded up being $200.