heartwarming

Like most - if not all - Londoners, I hate public transport. Especially during rush hour. I am aware that in the grand scheme of things it runs surprisingly well but it's still a pain being squashed, not getting a seat and being breathed on (urgh)...

But it's also the perfect place to people-watch. And when you pay attention you get to witness some heartwarming interactions. Babies and toddlers regularly give you their most beautiful smiles, and strangers offer their seat to other strangers.

The other day, I overheard a family having a conversation about the priority seats. The girl was sitting in one of them and her mum was explaining that when it's busy, you should offer your seat to people who need it more - pregnant women, elderly people etc. That's when her son (maybe 12?) piped up: you HAVE TO give up your seat, right? Lovely thought but unfortunately there's nobody around to police it. But it's the right attitude to have.