Sunday Snippets 6.2.24
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I went to McDonald’s to get breakfast earlier. For just over $4 I get scrambled eggs, bacon, a hash brown, and a biscuit.
On the way, two cottontail bunnies ran in front of my car. They were so cute.
I was driving home and stopped at a stop sign. There was a man sitting against the stop sign with two dogs He had a sign that said: “Help.”
I reached into my hand bag and gave him all I had, which was 5-6 dollar bills. I said: “You take care of those dogs.” He said: “I do.” If I’d had more, I’d have given him more.
I rarely carry cash, and this is one reason. The last couple of times I’ve had cash, which was probably twice in over a year, I’ve handed it out. The first time was to an older woman being pushed in a grocery cart by who I assume was her son. She had two dogs on her lap.
I had even less money that day. But I gave it to them and talked to the woman for a while.
If I carry cash and see a homeless person with a dog and have any cash, I’m likely going to give it to them.
I can’t live with myself by being cynical and not trying to help. Some might say it was just a set up of some kind, and of course I know that. But I don’t care. It gives me a little bit of peace knowing I tried to help anyway.
Peace of mind is worth a lot.
When Ivy Was A Young Cat:
See how my Ivy looked when she was about 6 months of age? She always had such an inquisitive look on her face!
What I’m Watching:
Last night I finished the third episode of Season 13 of Vera. That’s all that’s out yet.
David Leon is back as Joe. And Aidan supposedly departed for Australia with his family.
Oh, I love Vera! I could watch an episode of Vera every single day. I wonder how long she’ll remain in this role? I hope she keeps on acting, because she’s so very good as Vera.
What I’m Reading:
This book by Olivia Hawker, “One For The Blackbird, One For The Crow”, is very well written. Lots of creative and poetic writing fills the 495 pages of this book published in 2019.
Book Summary:
Wyoming, 1876. For as long as they have lived on the frontier, the Bemis and Webber families have relied on each other. With no other settlers for miles, it is a matter of survival.
But when Ernest Bemis finds his wife, Cora, in a compromising situation with their neighbor, he doesn’t think of survival. In one impulsive moment, a man is dead, Ernest is off to prison, and the women left behind are divided by rage and remorse.
Losing her husband to Cora’s indiscretion is another hardship for stoic Nettie Mae. But as a brutal Wyoming winter bears down, Cora and Nettie Mae have no choice but to come together as one family. To share the duties of working the land and raising their children.
There’s Nettie Mae’s son, Clyde,no longer a boy, but not yet a man,who must navigate the road to adulthood without a father to guide him. And Cora’s daughter, Beulah, who is as wild and untamable as her prairie home.
Bound by the uncommon threads in their lives and the challenges that lie ahead, Cora and Nettie Mae begin to forge an unexpected sisterhood. But when a love blossoms between Clyde and Beulah, bonds are once again tested.
These two resilient women must finally decide whether they can learn to trust each other―or else risk losing everything they hold dear.
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I love Vera.. I manage a small thrift store for our church and we have a free clothing bid for the homeless. Also we make sandwiches and have snacks to give out everyday we are open. Love your Blog.
Well, I’ve rarely given out cash to people. A few times over the years we have, but mostly not. I feel bad, but I don’t want them to use it for drugs, alcohol, or cigarettes, so instead, I try to donate to the local food banks in my city. They feed the homeless. At least I feel like in helping someone who really needs it. It was nice of you though, and hopefully he appreciated it and will get some food for his dog as well as himself. I’ve was such a cute, inquisitive kitten. She’s still so beautiful and good company for you. The book sounds interesting. You’ll have to let us know your thoughts on it. Please, if you don’t mind, can you email us with an update on what’s happening with your apartment? I’ve been keeping you in my prayers.
Sorry for the typos. Hopefully you knew what I meant to say.
Email me so I’ll have your email, okay?
Brenda, I feel the same way that you do whenever I carry cash which is rare and I see someone I give them all I have. Even when all I have had is a handful of change the people were kind and appreciative.
Ivy is adorable little and now.
I’ve not watched Vera, I will put it on my list.
Have a wonderful week Brenda, I hope that things are looking up there.
I remember one blistering hot summer day when I watched a shirtless man walk down a busy street with two huge plastic bags of soda cans he had collected. After he dropped off his cans in a parking lot, he began to walk back towards me. I pulled up beside him and offered him a $20.00 bill. He was dumbstruck. He stroked my car like a pet. I think he wanted to do more, but was afraid to offer a hug or pat on my shoulder. His thanks was so heartfelt. I believe he remembers that day as I do.
I read that book and really enjoyed it!
I forgot to leave my name-I didn’t mean to post anomymously!
No worries!
It is very hard to know what to do for those seeking help. We do not see such here hardly ever, but in WA state, it was a regular melee to get into stores and out etc….rather intimidating at times for older folk, frankly. We usually did not give cash to anyone…although if we felt impressed strongly (by GOD we assumed) we have, even fairly large sums at times. Being diabetic we always carry some kind of protein snack in the car so often I gave out all I had of those (these are not cheap and good quality). And we also bought gift cards from McDonalds, Burger King, etc too to give out. We do not mind giving food. Not wishing to give towards their addictions. But ultimately, we do the best we can and figure GOD will sort it out. It is risky for an older person alone to carry much cash too…I think you are wise on both counts to just carry some.
It is true. Older folks shouldn’t carry around much money. It’s nice that you give what you can.