"I gave ten dollars to the Red Cross today..So many need help in some way."
R18, D20
I worked most of the day, and when I went out for a walk to clear my head, I received an email from a woman I'm working with, asking if I could help her with a particular software issue. I said yes, went back inside and called her. I wasn't actually able to help her (turns out we're using different versions), but at least the willingness was there.
Then tonight, as I was waiting for the bus, a homeless woman I've seen and helped before approached and asked me for money. I didn't have anything to give her, not even change. I apologized, and as she walked away, I looked her in the eye and said, "If I had money, I would give you some. I don't have any today, but if you see me again, it's okay to ask." She smiled and thanked me. So even though I didn't give her anything, I felt like that was my give for the day.
I have enough to get me through the weekend, and that's it until I get paid (so yeah, that's a bit of a concern). The project that came in yesterday - the one that would have helped bridge the gap - now has been delayed for a few weeks. So I'm back to trusting. I don't know why, in this moment, I feel okay about it (maybe because it was sunny today?), but today, I ate, and today, my cat ate.
I don't know what's happening in the situation with my friend, but tonight, I'm okay with that, too. (Mostly because I'm trying not to think about it.)
I hope you all had great Thursdays. Cheers!
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Comment by Ann on January 11, 2013 at 8:36am -
You gave the woman the gifts of respect and honest caring -- that is HUGE! I am praying that things will turn around for you soon. You are one of the strongest, most caring and sincere people I have ever "met" and I just know in my heart that good things are coming for you.
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Comment by Deb~ Community Manager on January 10, 2013 at 7:27pm -
Your gift to the woman is one you both will never forget. I have tears in my eyes as I picture this. I am praying things will turn around for you.. xoxo
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Comment by Dawn wwt on January 10, 2013 at 7:25pm -
i am sorry that your job fell through. it sure seemed like the answer to your financial troubles, at least temporarily. something else will come up though, i know it will. you did good with the homeless woman, she does not feel like you were just blowing her off but that you genuinely would have helped if you could. wishing you many more sunny days...Hugs, Dawn xoxo
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Comment by Lois55 wwt on January 10, 2013 at 7:18pm -
You handled the situation with the homeless woman with such grace. I loved how you made her feel human and that she mattered by looking her in the eye. What a disappointment about the pay...I am so sorry...hopes and prayers that something else comes up and money is attached to it! Take care, hugs and more hugs you way..xoxo
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