As another year comes to a close, I always like show appreciation for the many gifts I’ve been given. I’ve often said that selling The Contributor is NOT just about the money, and this is a prime example of that.
While I was out recently I didn’t make much money this particular Sunday, instead I refer to days like this as “necessity days.” That’s when you receive things you need other than money — things like a nice blanket that keep me warm and toasty.
I was also given plenty of food: bread, soup, crackers, mashed potatoes, collard greens, fruit cups and more. For dessert I was given brownies, both pre-baked and others I can bake at home. I was also given snacks in the form of trail mix and fruit bars, fruit cups and water to drink.
Many were hesitant to take a paper, some outright refused, but I always try to remind them how valuable their gift truly is, and that it is appreciated!
One other experience I found touching was a young man who is STILL homeless passed by one morning and noticed I didn’t have any coffee.
He returned a short time later saying, “I thought you might need this,” and he handed me a cup of coffee and a cheeseburger!
I offered to give him a few dollars, but he refused saying I’d helped him many times.
Why was this SO special? This guy was clearly worse off than I was, yet he took the time to do something nice for me anyway — that deserves a shout out!!!