Kindness - Lessons From A Stranger

I just learned a great lesson on kindness from a total stranger. Sylvia and I have been trying to sell our 'tall' style dining set for several months, all to no avail. Finally we got a good bite and the lady made an appointment to come by and have a look. She arrived one hour ago, liked what she saw, and made an offer of $250. We had the table listed for $300, so this was a disappointing offer. After a brief discussion she offered $270. I decided that it would be up to Sylvia, who was at work, and tried to contact her. But I couldn't get her. So we proceeded with loading the dining set into the vehicle.
Here is where things changed. The lady had a truck, but no padding or blankets to protect the table and chairs. She asked if she could borrow the one we had been using at home to keep the table safe on the drive. I was inwardly hesitant but outwardly agreed. When we loaded the chairs, however, I could easily see that they were going to get some damage from rubbing on the truck and, even though I was selfishly not wanting to let the blankets go, I didn't want her chairs to be ruined. So I outwardly gave her another blanket, while inwardly not wanting to.
We got all finished and they were prepared to leave, when she handed me the money (cash). She said "here's $300. It's a beautiful set!" Now, I can't say that me giving the blanket changed her mind, but it can't have hurt. And now, I don't really miss those old blankets like I was afraid I would.
Here is what I learned about kindness from this excellent experience: when in doubt, do what is best for the other person. You may not always get something out of it, but the other person will.