Home » Blog » Inspiring Stories » People Helping People » Someone Cares: Safe in the Sun

Author

Tags

Share this story

Someone Cares: Safe in the Sun

By offering sunscreen to fend off the heat, she helped a onlooker undergoing chemotherapy.

An illustration of two SPF sticks; Illustration by Coco Masuda
Unlock a world of inspiration right in your inbox! Sign up for our newsletters today and get uplifting insights, powerful stories of faith and more delivered directly to your email.

”I think she has a new haircut,” my daughter said about a fellow fan at an Indiana University football game one sunny day. We don’t know her name but have sat behind her and her family for several seasons. Upon closer inspection, I noticed a medicine pump, the kind prescribed for nausea after chemotherapy, on the woman’s upper left arm.

“No, I think she’s wearing a wig. Maybe she’s undergoing treatment,” I said.

As I reapplied sunscreen later in the game, I saw the woman roll up her sleeves to fend off the heat, then reverse the process to elude the burning rays.

With the game in hand, my family and I decided to leave a little early—we were all tired and hot. I stopped by the other devoted fan on our way out. “You look like you could use some sunscreen,” I said, giving her mine.

The woman took my hand and explained she had finished a chemo treatment the day before. “Of course another woman would know just what I needed,” she said.

Now I carry an extra travel tube of sunscreen to share with those in need. It’s a win-win!

Learn more about Someone Cares greeting cards!

Did you enjoy this story? Subscribe to Guideposts magazine.

Share this story

Walking with Jesus Advent Christmas 2024 Right Rail Ad

Community Newsletter

Get More Inspiration Delivered to Your Inbox

Donate to change a life together

Scroll to Top