A New Beginning.

I am sitting in a Wendy's restaurant while my family shops for gifts nearby. I bought a large order of fries to snack on while I wait and use the free wi-fi. I had eaten about half before they were cold, so I started to throw the rest away. When I got up to do so an older man who had been sitting nearby with a woman I assume to be his wife, asked if he could have the fries I was throwing away. I obviously said yes...and after the initial shock I went to talk to the manager. I explained what had just happened and I thought they may be homeless or at least without money for food. I then gave her money to buy them as many items from the "value menu" as $10 could buy. I know it may not be much but I hope it will help them feel a little better even if only for one day.

Many heartless souls will say they are freeloaders or they perhaps created the situation that has put them where they are. To those people I say good luck if and when there is a judgement day. A little back story is that my family and I are not much more removed from being in the same place. Just a few days ago we were wondering how much of a Christmas we might have, that is, until we were given a generous Christmas gift. Oh and one final thought on this story. The actual reason I am sitting here using the wi-fi while my family is shopping is I am researching all the things needed to campaign for political office. I now more than ever feel this is my epiphany. It is not about left or right, it is not us or them. It is about sleeping well at night because you have done your best to be your best. I will make my family proud. If I remain poor for the rest of my life so be it. I will spend the rest of my life doing my best to make this world a better place. All feedback is greatly appreciated and welcomed.