Exchange of a Moment
My daughter was on a Mission in L.A. ,
Scurrying down skid row, praying to save a soul,
She came upon a very old man,
How are you doing she asked, my name is Jessie Rae.
His head hung low to the sidewalk,
As he methodically inspected his work,
Clutching his broom tightly, he slowly lifted his head,
It was this moment that their eyes did lock .
She gave him a smile, with a hug,
Then carried on with her day,
He gave her a smile, held his head high,
Went back to sweeping, feeling snug.
Give Someone A Smile; There's Another In The Bank!
9-27-07
Regis
Thank you for sharing this. Very inspiring!!
Plus you topped it off with the great Smile quote.
Just added a plus to the A I'm givin' ya.
'Teach' :)
Indeed you're so right about a smile. I smiled at an elderly lady in the bank, on my way out she ran up and thanked me for making her day. BTW, I've also been whacked for smiling at a woman.
One proud mummy xxx
Hugs, Diana...
JOYCE * HIS INSPIRATIONS
A moving, heartfelt poem . . . thanks for sharing your talent!!
Hugs,
Lance
YOU! and your daughter Jessie Rae, should be commended!
For being O P E N to another, in their time of NEED is a very Important, as this poem is to ME!
A smile, nod and a spoken voice can do wonders for a lonely soul! Tears begin in mine, when I feel and see the loneliness around!
May her memories (and yours through her) sustain your heart in passion forever!
Warmest Blessings, LOVE, Light and Inner Peace, Warrior Purple Passion Lady SHEExooo
STay Positive!
WRITE ON!
Axilea
Beautiful story-poem... "Exchange of a Moment" glows wisely.
In admiration,
Andre Emmanuel Bendavi ben-YEHU
Sheila
This is such a beautiful story./poem..I shed tears reading this. Isn't it such a sad day when you realize just how alone and painful people are living. And a very happy day, when you realize that a smile and a hello can make all the difference! That is so important to greet people with a smile and a hello or how are you...Never take your good spirit for granted, just smile and share......
Peace, love, and light,
Amber "Vivianna"
Carole~
Bless her and you for sharing this special moment that made an old man's day. It made mine.
Walt
newfie Hugs, Rose
The instant of knowing kindness and love an overwhelming flood for the one asked. For the one who did the asking, God's blessings and grace. This was a tremendous read.
Thank you
with best regards,
Chris
A smile feels good to receive and to give. Your daughter is learning the value is something that doesn't cost money.
Kathy
All the best, * Glen *
Those eyes....haunting. Looks like he's suffered a lot of pain and hurt in his life: it comes through that Look.
A powerful write of love in its simplest form: just a smile will do.
(((HUGS))) and love, Karla.