A generous eavesdropper

Ella Johannessen graduated from college last year, and like many folks just starting out, she has money worries. While on a train from London to Leeds last weekend, she spoke to her mom by phone about her financial concerns. Specifically, a bank transfer of £35 (about $50) did not go through as expected and Johannessen poured out her heart to her mom long distance. Then she fell asleep. 

When she awoke, she noticed something in her lap. Under a napkin was £100 ($141) in cash. No note. No explanation. No witnesses. 

Johannessen wept. 

She posted the story of the Good Samaritan on Facebook. She'd like to thank the generous person, and to let them know she is paying it forward by volunteering with a local charity.