Erin’s life changed drastically after discovering her husband James’s affair. As the pain of divorce hit, she also lost her demanding project manager job. With three kids to support, Erin took a cashier position at a local grocery store—a humbling but stable role that allowed her to be present for her children.

One day, an entitled customer, dressed in designer clothes, came through Erin’s checkout line. When Erin, tired from a long shift, didn’t smile, the woman mocked her for working such a “low” job and implied Erin’s unhappiness came from earning too little.

Moments later, the woman’s child accidentally knocked over the cart, smashing expensive groceries. When the woman’s credit card was declined, she was forced to wait awkwardly in the store for her husband to come pay—an ironic twist of karma in front of all the customers.

Through it all, Erin stayed calm and professional, finding a small victory in her dignity and the support of her store manager and fellow customers. Despite everything she had lost, Erin was determined to keep going—for herself and her kids.