When a $20 Couch Unlocked a Fortune
A $20 Couch and an Unexpected Find
Joshua bought an old floral couch at a garage sale for $20, hoping to furnish his garage-turned-guestroom.
The seller, Kristen, mentioned,
“This belonged to my mom…
she adored this old thing.”
A Dog’s Discovery
After bringing it home,
Joshua’s dog, Wasabi, acted strangely, digging into a cushion.
Curious, Joshua cut it open—and uncovered over $20,000 hidden inside.
He said, “Holy… wow…” as the shock set in.
A Moral Crossroads
Joshua remembered Kristen’s story about needing money for her daughter’s leukemia treatment.
Torn, he chose to return the money, telling her, “I can’t in good conscience keep it knowing the struggle you’re facing.”
The Ripple Effect
Kristen shared the story online—it went viral.
A stranger donated $20,000 to Joshua.
His boss praised him with a raise and promotion.
Reflecting later, he said, “Integrity matters more than personal gain.”
