Really Seeing Someone

--by Helenconnell2, posted Jun 1, 2025

Most days I shop at the supermarket that is five minutes from my house but today I decidedto go to the one further away first. That meant I walked into the centre at a different door. There was a man asking for spare change. From the time when I worked at the homeless project I've avoided doing that but even if I wanted to, I don't think I had any change on me. However, rather than rushing on past, I spoke to him and told him I was sorry I couldn't help. He thanked me for speaking to him.

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Posted by Helenconnell2
Jun 1, 2025
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pluto178 wrote: Ah bless x

janfour wrote: Everyone wants to be seen. Thanks for taking the time.

Mish wrote: You showed him that he matters, Helen. Well done 🙏

mindyjourney wrote: Thank you for seeing him and acknowledging his presence. Very important to do :).

Rajni wrote: Empty hands but heart full of loving words.

DANCE wrote: Sometimes what you did is so much more valuable than money, thank u

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