One evening, my wife suddenly had a strong craving for McDonald’s pickles. Since she was expecting, I knew how much it mattered to her, so I headed to the closest McDonald’s to see if I could buy just a container of pickles. When I asked the cashier, she politely explained that they couldn’t sell them on their own.
Not ready to give up, I playfully said, “Alright then, I’ll take 100 hamburgers with extra pickles—hold everything else.” The cashier gave me a confused look before calling the manager over.
When the manager arrived, I explained, “My wife’s pregnant and craving your pickles. I’d hate to walk back in the door without them.” He paused for a moment, then smiled and disappeared into the back. A few minutes later, he returned carrying a large container packed with fresh pickles. Handing it to me, he said, “These are for your wife—on the house.”
That night, as my wife happily enjoyed her pickles, I realized it wasn’t just about satisfying a craving. It was about love, patience, and the small gestures of kindness that connect us. The manager didn’t just give us pickles—he gave us a memory we’ll carry with us forever. Moments like these remind me that going out of your way for someone you love creates memories that last far longer than the craving itself.
