To the guy who gave me a bouquet outside Dufferin Mall after a breakup tonight
To the person who broke up with his girlfriend today and gave me the bouquet you had bought for her, outside Dufferin Mall around 8:30 PM:
I’m sorry. I was on a call and wary at first, my brain immediately went through all the possibilities: scam, mugging, some elaborate setup. Even though I told you I was sorry for what had happened, I wish I’d said more. You looked heartbroken, your eyes were shiny with tears, and in hindsight I wish I’d offered a hug, or at least a few more words of kindness.
For what it’s worth, it is a beautiful bouquet. You have excellent taste. The flowers are now sitting in my home, brightening up the room, and they’ve already made several people smile. My mom was on the phone with me when you approached; when I told her what had happened, she wanted me to pass along her good wishes. On the bus ride home, someone complimented the flowers, and when I told her the story, she expressed her condolences too.
I hope it gives you a small measure of comfort to know that your thoughtful gesture didn’t go to waste. A bouquet that was meant for one person ended up bringing a little warmth to several strangers. Whatever happened tonight, I hope the days ahead are gentler than this one. Wishing you healing, stranger.