Unexpectedly, Ivy’s life takes an amazing turn when she meets Kurt, a homeless man living close to the Cold Springs train station in New York, by happenstance. This contact sets off a touching tale.
Ivy discovers the hard reality of Kurt’s homelessness and extends an invitation to lunch, demonstrating her sympathy. Feeling compassion, Ivy offers assistance by getting Kurt a ticket back to his homeland of Milford, Delaware. She had no idea that this deed of generosity would set the stage for an incredible future.
After six years, Ivy is dealing with a family crisis that includes her mother’s serious illness and growing financial strain. Ivy is heartbroken outside the hospital when she is unexpectedly consoled by a stranger who tells her everything will be well. She is shocked to learn that the stranger is actually Kurt, the homeless man she helped years before.
Now a successful Manhattan lawyer, Kurt had approached Ivy to thank her and return the favour. Touched by Ivy’s situation, Kurt pays up Ivy’s previous obligations in addition to her mother’s medical expenses. This unplanned reconnection develops into a stronger relationship, leading Kurt to move closer to Cold Springs and provide Ivy with unflinching support.
Kurt takes advantage of Ivy’s mother’s good surgery and recovery to pop the question to her. Motivated by their journey’s tenacity, the pair resolves to pursue happiness without delay.
This touching story highlights the life-changing potential of kindness and the unexpected connections that exist. In addition to resulting in an unexpected reunion, Ivy’s initial act of kindness towards Kurt also set the stage for a love tale full of unexpected turns, confirming the notion that compassion can truly have a tremendous impact on people’s lives.