Jestham Shares: A Grateful Smile Behind Simple Challenges

Guru Patimpus Street, Medan City—(04/19/25) Amidst the bustling shopping center filled with laughter and footsteps, we often stumble upon small yet inspiring stories hidden within daily routines. Such is the case with Jesica Thamrin, affectionately known as Jestham, whose mission to share blessings this time took a different approach—away from the usual street hustle yet equally heartwarming.

One afternoon, Jestham’s gaze fell upon an ojol (online motorcycle taxi) driver waiting for his order. Without hesitation, she approached him with her signature warm smile and greeting, "Hello, sir—here’s two bills for you if you can answer a question." A simple question was asked, which the driver answered correctly in an instant. Immediately, two bills were handed over, sparking a touching conversation.

As it turned out, the ojol driver had just received his order. Despite his age, his spirit burned bright for the sake of his only child, still pursuing higher education—his greatest responsibility and hope. He shared a heartfelt message about his aspirations for his child: through his hard work as an ojol driver, he prayed his earnings would become a blessing, helping his child graduate successfully, make the family proud, and contribute to society. Moved by the father’s dedication and sincere prayers, Jestham surprised him with additional support, multiplying his gratitude. A radiant smile spread across his face as he repeatedly expressed his thanks. Jestham, too, offered prayers and encouragement for his relentless efforts.

But her mission didn’t end there. Jestham’s next encounter was with a married couple enjoying their quality time at the same mall. Interestingly, the couple recognized Jestham from her daily social media content. Without delay, she posed the same challenge: "Out of all the videos you’ve watched, which one left the deepest impression on you?"

Their answer flowed effortlessly, touching Jestham’s heart. They were most moved by her moments of generosity—whether it was sharing with struggling street vendors, pedicab drivers, or her "Blessed Friday" initiative distributing free meals to the community. Hearing this, Jestham smiled in agreement, affirming how beautiful it is to give. For answering correctly, each received two bills. The surprises continued as Jestham gifted them her signature products as a token of appreciation. The meeting ended on a sweet note, with mutual encouragement to remain steadfast in worshiping the Almighty.

The story closes with happiness radiating from every corner, smiles etched on faces, and gratitude lifted in prayer. Jestham’s tale is proof that kindness can emerge anywhere—even in a crowded mall—spreading joy and inspiring hearts to keep doing good.