A New Christmas Friend
She walks up to me and says” Lady, can you spare a dime?” I reach into my coin purse and fish out a coin or two. She says: “Thank you, and may God bless you for your generosity!” I watch her closely as she panhandles her way through the throng of Christmas busy shoppers. Not too many people bother to give her a ‘dime’ or even a look of kindness. Who knows why she has chosen this lifestyle but we have not walked in her shoes? Later that evening, I see this lady again; sitting close to the dying embers of a fire which the city had closely monitored while the young of the area were having a weiner roast after they sang carols for all to hear. This time, this lady was not alone. I notice as I look closer that she has a dog which sits close to her; keeping this lady warm from it’s bodily fur. In my haste, I had not noticed that she carried a white cane which lay along side her on this cold night.As I think about this situation, I asked myself, “She is not your concern, you cannot take care of all the homeless who sit idly by; taking handouts and letting the world take care of their needs?”
Oh yes, I think, as I dwell on what my life has been; filled with love of family, friends and coworkers, I must see what I can do to lighten her load. I walk up to the lady; introduce myself and ask if she would like to join me in a little Christmas spirit of fellowship by sharing a cup of hot chocolate and a donut. If the light on her face could only be mirrored in her eyes, she would have looked like an angel. With outstretched arms, she linked hers in mine while we walked to the closest vendor with Buddy, her charming dog walking close beside her. During our short respite; having our treat, I learned that her husband had left her to her own devices when he found out she was losing her vision. She had no family or relatives on whom to depend. Fortunately, she had her Buddy who was like family to her. She found comfort where she could from friends such as I. I was able to find housing for her through a friend who owned a small apartment building. My new found friend would be able to receive financial assistance since she now had an address.
This new found friend of mine was able to read to others through her art of reading with braille when she was escorted to the illiterate, nursing homes,or orphanages. With this tool, she was able to supplement her income. Buddy, her helpmate has endeared himself to one and all. We have become very close over the years and it warms my heart to see how this lady has found a new way of life; no longer homeless. NormaLee Liles © Used with Permission
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Well, thankfully I got the last two gifts I have here wrapped and 'hid' under the tree this evening. We have one more gift to buy, and HE has one to make (then I have to do my part on it, but cannot until he does his part).. "LORD HELP US PLEASE, AND HELP US TOO TO FIGURE OUT WHAT TO BUY FOR HIS MOTHER.. SHE'S THE LAST ONE WE HAVE TO BUY FOR, AND HAVE ABSOLUTELY NO IDEA AS TO WHAT TO GET!!!" But, we are thankful for all the gifts under our tree (such as they are).. and extra grateful that they are all fully paid for! NO charging here!!! THANKFULLY!!! "THANKS GOD!"
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Norman and Leisa came up and got the kids early this evening. Abigail has volley ball practice tonight. "the old folks are going to just sit in, especially since it's not a game"... Thanks Son for bringing that ONE special gift up for me so I could get it wrapped!! The kids wanted to come back tonight, but I guess probably it will be tomorrow.. "but they are always welcome!" It seems so extra quiet when they are not here!
Well, thankfully I got the last two gifts I have here wrapped and 'hid' under the tree this evening. We have one more gift to buy, and HE has one to make (then I have to do my part on it, but cannot until he does his part).. "LORD HELP US PLEASE, AND HELP US TOO TO FIGURE OUT WHAT TO BUY FOR HIS MOTHER.. SHE'S THE LAST ONE WE HAVE TO BUY FOR, AND HAVE ABSOLUTELY NO IDEA AS TO WHAT TO GET!!!" But, we are thankful for all the gifts under our tree (such as they are).. and extra grateful that they are all fully paid for! NO charging here!!! THANKFULLY!!! "THANKS GOD!"
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Norman and Leisa came up and got the kids early this evening. Abigail has volley ball practice tonight. "the old folks are going to just sit in, especially since it's not a game"... Thanks Son for bringing that ONE special gift up for me so I could get it wrapped!! The kids wanted to come back tonight, but I guess probably it will be tomorrow.. "but they are always welcome!" It seems so extra quiet when they are not here!
Anyway, I am going to finish up this laundry and then kick back on the love sofa with my hubby for a little while. Sometimes we even "nap" before we go to bed LOL YouTube - He Knows My Name - Tommy Walker
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PRAYING FOR YOU AND YOURS TONIGHT AND EVERY NIGHT..
GOD BLESS EACH OF YOU. PRAYING TOO FOR CHRIS AND ALL THE TRAVELING HE HAS TO DO FOR WORK, AND NOW FOR THE ODD HOURS THAT HE'S ON THE ROAD... PRAYING FOR BETTY JO, TIMMY AND KRISTIN ON THEIR CRUISE.."GOD BLESS"... AND PRAYING FOR JENNA... GOING TO BE WITH HER TWO BEAUTIFUL GRANDCHILDREN.. LORD, PLEASE KEEP THEM ALL SAFE, HEALTHY AND HAPPY. DRAW US ALL CLOSER TO YOU AND INTO YOUR LOVING CARE..
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