Heartfelt Sincerity That Touches the Heart: Jestham’s Encounter with a Grandma Struggling as a Micro-Business Owner

Medan Petisah, Medan City – (08/08/25) Under the relentless scorching sun, an elderly grandmother fervently sold her goods—a basket full of various crackers and snacks. Her steps may have been slow, but her determination to make a living remained unwavering. She is one of many seniors tirelessly running a Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprise (UMKM) to sustain their livelihood. This scene deeply touched the heart of a young woman named Jestham, who did not hesitate to approach and offer help.

With a warm greeting, “Excuse me, Ma’am,” Jestham started the conversation. The grandmother kindly replied that she was selling peyek (Indonesian crispy peanut crackers) at a very affordable price—only Rp6,000 per pack. Hearing this, Jestham was even more moved. She realized how much each sale meant to the grandmother’s life. Without a second thought, and with genuine sincerity, Jestham expressed her intention: “This is perfect, Grandma. I’ve been blessed with some fortune from God. I’d like to buy all of your stock. May I?”

The Spirit and Sincerity of a Grandmother

Happiness and gratitude instantly radiated from the grandmother’s face. “Of course. Alhamdulillah. I’m grateful,” she said. Jestham then carefully counted the total items, which amounted to 18 packs. However, the value of kindness cannot simply be measured in numbers. Jestham not only paid the full price but also gave extra as a form of appreciation and a heartfelt prayer for the grandmother’s ease in life.

Tears of emotion flowed uncontrollably as the grandmother received the payment. She reciprocated Jestham’s kindness with the most precious gift of all—sincere prayers for the young woman’s well-being. Every word she uttered felt deeply genuine and heartfelt, coming from the depths of a truly grateful soul. Jestham wholeheartedly accepted each prayer with profound gratitude.

During their brief conversation, Jestham learned that the grandmother and her child continue to live in poverty. This further emphasized the importance of her small business. Jestham did not forget to pray for the grandmother’s health and longevity. She also promised to return another time if given the opportunity.

This touching moment concluded with Jestham bidding farewell. The grandmother expressed her endless thanks. Jestham hoped that the grandmother would always be blessed with good health and that her business would thrive. In return, the grandmother prayed for all the good things to come to Jestham, who had helped her so generously. This brief encounter is a true reflection of how we are all connected and can be a means of providing for one another.

This simple story proves that no act of kindness, no matter how small, when done with sincerity, can mean the world to someone else. Jestham did not just buy a few packs of snacks—she bought hope and happiness and gave positive energy to keep fighting. The sincerity behind their encounter serves as a reminder of the power of kindness to touch anyone’s heart.