Blue Bears Bring Warmth To The Streets Of Nairobi
We could all use a little kindness right now, and then to make the world a better place and make us all better people.
This morning Kenyans at Muthurwa market and Kenyatta national hospital saw the value of what just one day of kindness could do, from what seemed to be a sleuth of adorable Blue Teddy Bears.
Strange as it sounds the streets were swarmed with local vendors, children and boda boda riders trying to snap a pic. The mystery bears, dressed head to toe in blue with a bold sign reading “Something Big, Something Blue is Coming,”
As part of the engagement Blue Mascots gave away gift cards and fanned out to distribute flowers and hugs putting a smile on the people they passed by.
By noon socials were buzzing – “Who’s behind “Something Big, Something Blue”
It was amazing to see how well these blue fury friends fostered a sense of connection and understanding especially among the city folk. They made everybody feel happy, and were able to spread joy and laughter.
Later in the day the same bears were spotted lumbering their way towards Kenyatta national hospital. The cundle of bears delivered fruit hampers, hugs and vouchers to the guards medics nurses and cleaner as a special token of appreciation for their work and service.
Their generosity and kindness extended remarkably to the children in the pediatric oncology ward where they spent the rest of the afternoon with the young patients, offering companionship and emotional support to the children and their families during their treatment journey.
They shared laughter and encouragement with the kids listening to their stories and recanting theirs, creating a safe, uplifting space during what can often be an overwhelming journey.
Many today were left smiling in awe marveled by such ‘big blue’ kind gesture
However Netizens still did wonder – ciould it be a brand campaign? A PR stunt? Or just a group of innocent bears out to remind us that no act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted?
Whatever it is, we are watching.