I was meant to write this yesterday but I was so down yesterday. I walked for hours contemplating whether what to do but I met the young woman who was begging for money to survive. I talked to her and she told me how she fought her drug addiction and how it hurts everyday that she misses her daughter who was adopted. Her pleading for three years had fallen on deaf hears. I could see the tears in her eyes coming out but she remained calm and strong. I asked her what did she need for a safe night at the weekend. She just started begging when the locals blues turned up. They were busy elsewhere and I gave her the $24 dollars to keep her safe. There was a religious zealot who leered at her for no reason. I told her that she needed to be treated with respect given what she had suffered in the past. Like the other person, I said I will help as much as I can to get her back on her two feet. She stated that she wanted a mobile phone and I stated I will see what I can do.
Her face of desperation turned to a big smile. That big smile, made my day and it my act of kindness ensured me that she was at least safe for two nights. Like last time, I told her to enjoy the two nights in bed and not to worry as I will do my best to help her. She gave me a hug and I stated there was no need as she just needs a helping hand.
As I write this, I know she would have woke up with a smile this morning. If I can make a difference, then that gives me a purpose to live for. Yes, as you read this you are no doubt feeling down but life is important and so are you.
I forgot to mention I met my friend with the dog and he was happy with dog treats I bought. He walked away with a smile as well. The treats cost me $4 dollars but the dog wagged his tail with happiness.
Thank you reading and take care.
Her face of desperation turned to a big smile. That big smile, made my day and it my act of kindness ensured me that she was at least safe for two nights. Like last time, I told her to enjoy the two nights in bed and not to worry as I will do my best to help her. She gave me a hug and I stated there was no need as she just needs a helping hand.
As I write this, I know she would have woke up with a smile this morning. If I can make a difference, then that gives me a purpose to live for. Yes, as you read this you are no doubt feeling down but life is important and so are you.
I forgot to mention I met my friend with the dog and he was happy with dog treats I bought. He walked away with a smile as well. The treats cost me $4 dollars but the dog wagged his tail with happiness.
Thank you reading and take care.
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I would have given him anything rofl, he prevented me having a panic attack!!