This past autumn, my husband and I went into a store. While paying, I1 the cashier (收银员) say "How are you today?" as usual. Then I2 her and said, "And how are you doing?" and waited kindly for an answer.
She was a little surprised, but then she looked3 because her grandfather was in hospital. He had a terrible4 . She felt5 . "I know he is ninety-one, but…"she began crying. "Don't worry too much. He will be6 soon, " I said. "Oh, thank you!" she7 .
Several weeks8 , I went to the store again. I wanted to do some9 . Also, I wanted to see the cashier again. After the usual "How are you", I stopped, then10 said, "I hope this is not a bad question, but how is your grandfather doing?"
She11 at first why I was asking such a question. Then she12 and started excitedly telling us about how he was a brave old bird, how he was doing well. She felt happy, and even after we13 what we bought, she kept talking, sharing her happiness with people around.
Sometimes all we need is14 to see and care us. Taking time to listen when we ask "How are you" is15 a small action. It is helpful and important to others!