A heartbreaking sight made this runner stop mid-marathon — she left everyone in awe with the surprise she carried for 19 miles
Most meaningful moments often happen when we least expect them. For one marathon runner in Thailand, a routine race turned into something far more personal and unforgettable. Khemjira Klongsanun, a dedicated running enthusiast from Bangkok, was competing in a local marathon when something along the route caused her to stop. Just seven miles into the 26-mile run, she noticed something unusual near the roadside and made a heartwarming choice that had nothing to do with race times or medals.
As reported by The Dodo, on January 20, 2019, Klongsanun spotted a tiny, frightened puppy with no sign of an owner or mother nearby. Without hesitation, she paused her run, picked up the puppy, and held her close. She could have passed the pup to a spectator or race official, but she didn’t. Instead, she cradled the little dog in her arms for the remaining 19 miles of the race. The two of them crossed the finish line together, a sweet moment that marked not just the end of a marathon but the start of a new journey.
After the race, Klongsanun brought the puppy home and named her Nong Chom. She took her to the vet for a health check and introduced her to her other dogs, where Nong Chom quickly became part of the family. Wanting to be sure there were no others left behind, Klongsanun even returned to the spot where she had found her, but no other dogs were in sight. What began as a simple act of kindness during a run became a life-changing decision.
Nong Chom may have started alone on the roadside, but thanks to one runner’s compassion, she ended up exactly where she belonged, in a safe, loving home. The story was first shared in a Facebook post, where many internet users praised Klongsanun for her kind gesture. Nucharee Puangthong expressed, "Very cute. Thank you for your good deeds." Zenkung Chotikarn commented, "You are so kind. May good things come back to you." Windy VamprieKiss talked about the little canine and shared, "The little dog is so cute."
Another story reminds us that human kindness still exists in the world. In a separate incident, Wesley White, a photographer, found a starving puppy while kayaking near a remote island in Belize. He had stopped near a fishing shack for a quick meal when he spotted the dog, alone and without food or water. Unable to walk away, Wesley brought the puppy into his kayak and returned to the mainland, determined to help.
With only 36 hours left in Belize, Wesley acted quickly. He shared the rescue on social media, and with the help of local vet Dr. Mia, the humane society, and resort staff, the puppy, later named Winston, received urgent care. Wesley stayed in touch from afar while a foster mom cared for Winston and kept him updated with photos and messages. After two months, the healthy pup finally flew home to reunite with Wesley. He went on to live a happy life with the man who had once refused to leave him behind.