While working at a fast food restaurant one day, I noticed a Louis Vuitton bag left behind on a table.

I waited for about 20 minutes, hoping the owner would return. When no one came back, I did the responsible thing and turned it in to the lost and found without opening it or checking its contents. It simply seemed like the right thing to do.

A month later, the bag remained unclaimed. My manager, noticing it was still sitting there, casually asked if I wanted to keep it. Surprised but intrigued, I said yes. Curious, I finally opened it—expecting to find something inside—but all I found was a single piece of paper folded neatly at the bottom.

The paper turned out to be a receipt, showing the bag cost $1,700. On the back, there was a handwritten note that read: “To the girl who needed a new purse during the holidays.” That small message transformed everything. It became clear this wasn’t a forgotten item—it was an intentional gift, left behind for someone who needed a lift, both practically and emotionally.

I brought the bag home and began using it. Though I didn’t tell anyone at the time, it had a profound impact on me. It made me feel more polished and confident, especially during job interviews. It wasn’t just a purse—it became a quiet source of empowerment.

Today, I still carry the bag, not just for its style, but as a symbol of generosity. That anonymous act of kindness continues to inspire me to give back.