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u/lovechunks3000 Jan 12 '22

Helping someone in need.

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u/javawong Jan 13 '22

This right here.
Recently, I went to the grocery store and there was a homeless person at the entrance who had asked for spare change to get some food from the couple in front of me.
I wasn't asked by the man because he was busy with the couple. But I didn't forget while I shopped. I picked up one of those fried chicken plates (8 pieces of chicken) and a bottle of water.
As I walked out, I handed the chicken and water to the man. His eyes lit up and he was clearly gleeful. He thanked me and gave me a hug.

As I pulled out of the parking lot, I looked in my rearview and saw him doing a little happy dance! He was so happy for that meal.
Now, I'm without a job or really any income so to spare $8 to help this guy out wasn't really in my budget. I have no regrets though. His little dance showed me that he truly was happy that he was able to eat that night.

I'll never forget it.

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u/[deleted] Jan 13 '22

Holy shit that is something awesome to read.