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Man Up and Be Strong
Man Up and Be Strong He slowly crossed the street, pulling a rickety metal shopping cart. It looked as if all of his life's possessions, were piled high in that stack of stuff. It seemed to me, almost impossible to balance - yet he managed the cracks and bumps in the road, with a determined effort. The light was red, and it waited for him, until he reached the other side. When he got there... he turned, and glared at me. It's true (that just seconds before), I had come to a tire screeching stop - just to avoid crushing him. I didn't know he'd intentionally ignore the rules. It didn't dawn on me that he couldn't care less. Or... perhaps... he just knew I would stop. I.ve been told I have compassionate eyes. I looked at him and gave him a thumbs up. "You survived another close call, buddy," I thought. His tattered winter jacket covered up a dirty grey hoody which was draped over a pair of shabby green pants. I couldn't see his shoes. It was a cold day and the brisk wind pushed the pieces of his prized possessions to and fro, if you can imagine. As I turned the car, he'd already thrust his way along the sidewalk and was making swift progress a short distance ahead of me. And then I noticed... the wind had stolen something from him. It fluttered and flew into my windshield and lay there, snagged on the edge of my wiper. It was a photograph. The truck behind me, blared it's horn, as soon as I got out of my car. I ran quickly over to the passenger side and grabbed that picture, before it could fly away again. I looked at it... There, on a perfect summer's day, was a man and his wife, with their two small children, and a pair of grand parents - I presumed. They were all standing under the shade of a giant willow tree. The shopping cart man hadn't yet noticed his loss... "Mister...! Hey mister! You lost something...!" He stopped in his tracks and turned around. It must have been a shock, to see a stranger holding a piece of his property. He ran towards me and before I could extend my arm - he snatched what belonged to him, from my fingers. Clutching it with tremored hands, he looked at the faded picture and then back at me. "This here's a picture of me and my wife and kids... and those are my parents. My brother took this shot up north, at his place. It's the only one I have. It's all I have left... it's proof... I had a family once... " and his voice trailed off. He looked at me and nodded as he clutched that photograph close to his chest. It might have been from the blustery wind, but his eyes watered as he wiped them with his dusty sleeve. "Thank you sir. Thanks for stopping and... and catching this for me." Before I could say anything he'd already turned and began running back to his cart. I would have watched him longer, but the trucker behind me had places to go and I was growing deaf, from his impatience. Don't you just love the sheer, terrifying power, of a truck's air horn? I never saw where the shopping cart man went yesterday, but coincidentally, I.m still thinking about him. I don't have much in common with that man, but today, we share something. It's International Men's Day - a day for all men everywhere on the planet. A day where we celebrate positive male role models and promote awareness of prostate cancer and men's mental health issues. To be totally honest though, I wouldn't have known what day it was, if it hadn't popped up on Google. How else WOULD I know ? No one sent me a card. Don't worry about me though, I'll man up and be strong. I never received a card last year either . . . and I got over it. The shopping cart man ... the one I almost hit with my car...? I don't think he knows what day it is. Even if he did... I don't think he'd really give a shit. Do you ? I could have picked a more positive role model to highlight this day... but this man.. he was stuck in my mind...For me, he highlights the n.eed for more help for men, with all the issues they face.. © November 2018 Paul P.. . .................... .. . ... is there another way to look at it Going Too Fucking Far NEW Blog Features RevealeD O O A Foolproof Method Posted Over on that NEW site O O |
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In 1999 Dr. Jerome Teelucksingh chose the day to honour his father's birthday. This year's theme is to honour Positive Male Role Models . .while promoting awareness of men's mental issues, prostate cancer and other related male health issues. So Happy Men's Day ! ... is there another way to look at it Going Too Fucking Far NEW Blog Features RevealeD O O A Foolproof Method Posted Over on that NEW site O O
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It would be really nice if this day came with a blow job or something . . . Just saying... Or a donut ... anything ... ... is there another way to look at it Going Too Fucking Far NEW Blog Features RevealeD O O A Foolproof Method Posted Over on that NEW site O O
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Hey... Thanks for the kind words and wishes ! There are a few homeless people in this city, and thankfully there are places like shelters and in some cases the subway , where they can get in from the cold. Have a great day ! ... is there another way to look at it Going Too Fucking Far NEW Blog Features RevealeD O O A Foolproof Method Posted Over on that NEW site O O
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Kindness has no qualifications. It's easy to be kind to those in our circles, but stepping outside to help others is what it's all about. Might have seemed like a small shred of paper to us, but to him, it was one of his most important belongings. Good man. How we treat others is a great measure of who we are. " I refuse to belong to any organization that would accept me as a member" Groucho Marx
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I have my ID card. It proves I'm a man... Hang on a second... let me check my pants... Yep 👖😉 I'm good... ... is there another way to look at it Going Too Fucking Far NEW Blog Features RevealeD O O A Foolproof Method Posted Over on that NEW site O O
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Kindness has no qualifications. It's easy to be kind to those in our circles, but stepping outside to help others is what it's all about. Might have seemed like a small shred of paper to us, but to him, it was one of his most important belongings. Good man. How we treat others is a great measure of who we are. ... is there another way to look at it Going Too Fucking Far NEW Blog Features RevealeD O O A Foolproof Method Posted Over on that NEW site O O
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Hey . . . Go for it. It's an International Day that doesn't get enough publicity ! Over 60 countries celebrate the day . . But us guys are largely ignored . . . ... is there another way to look at it Going Too Fucking Far NEW Blog Features RevealeD O O A Foolproof Method Posted Over on that NEW site O O
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It would be really nice if this day came with a blow job or something . . . Just saying... Or a donut ... anything ... "Sometimes the most productive thing you can do is relax." – Mark Black
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I'm glad that photo landed where you could retrieve it for him. I will bet that he is thankful for you, being kind enough to stop and make sure his photo was returned. "Sometimes the most productive thing you can do is relax." – Mark Black
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An act of kindness such as retrieving and returning the picture takes only minutes, However, no doubt, most would have simply ignored it simply because of the man's appearance. [image] No doubt too few know that it's International Men's Day. The statistics listed are shocking. Words are simply insufficient.
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In Portland the bag folks are mostly female, We have no subway system to hide in for warmth and shelter. WE have now built three houses plus we have Preble St to which( although I have moved to the country) I always donate- clothes, toiletries, food. I even give cigarettes ( and I am anti-smoking)- the guys who have nothing do not deserve to have all their pleasures taken away. Reaching out to the men makes me feel good! (Virtual Symposium Group) use Virtual Symposium Group
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Oh, you're thinking about "Steak and a BJ Day"...that is in March...the 14th. ... is there another way to look at it Going Too Fucking Far NEW Blog Features RevealeD O O A Foolproof Method Posted Over on that NEW site O O
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I'm glad that photo landed where you could retrieve it for him. I will bet that he is thankful for you, being kind enough to stop and make sure his photo was returned. ... is there another way to look at it Going Too Fucking Far NEW Blog Features RevealeD O O A Foolproof Method Posted Over on that NEW site O O
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An act of kindness such as retrieving and returning the picture takes only minutes, However, no doubt, most would have simply ignored it simply because of the man's appearance. [image] No doubt too few know that it's International Men's Day. The statistics listed are shocking. Words are simply insufficient. ... is there another way to look at it Going Too Fucking Far NEW Blog Features RevealeD O O A Foolproof Method Posted Over on that NEW site O O
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In Portland the bag folks are mostly female, We have no subway system to hide in for warmth and shelter. WE have now built three houses plus we have Preble St to which( although I have moved to the country) I always donate- clothes, toiletries, food. I even give cigarettes ( and I am anti-smoking)- the guys who have nothing do not deserve to have all their pleasures taken away. Reaching out to the men makes me feel good! ... is there another way to look at it Going Too Fucking Far NEW Blog Features RevealeD O O A Foolproof Method Posted Over on that NEW site O O
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You did a wonderful thing not many would do, we are always doing things like that as it's a great feeling to help others who are less fortunate than we are. I hope you have great Holiday week..
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You did a wonderful thing not many would do, we are always doing things like that as it's a great feeling to help others who are less fortunate than we are. I hope you have great Holiday week.. ... is there another way to look at it Going Too Fucking Far NEW Blog Features RevealeD O O A Foolproof Method Posted Over on that NEW site O O
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Here is a list of things you can carry in your car in big zip lock bags. to give to the homeless! Gloves (ones you can layer are good, so if something gets wet you can switch, waterproof are good) Socks (this is possibly the most important thing, thermal or wool) NOT cheap socks. Socks are not available at the thrift store like most other clothes, but keeping your feet clean and healthy is important when they are your primary transportation. At one point I had regular socks, wool socks, plus a styrofoam cutout under the liner of my boots. If you know the wonder of wool socks you know that’s what you should get. Bandaids (big ones to cover blisters are nice) Deodorant (often already have or can get free) EmergenC, Airborne, chewable multivitamins Lip balm/chapstick Lotion Sunscreen Tissues Toothbrush and toothpaste (often already have or can get free, toothbrushes with covers are nice) Wet wipes Beef jerky (even if your teeth are junk you can suck on this until it’s mush and still get the protein) Breakfast bars or cereal bars (they do crumble but you can still eat them) Chocolate (sure it may melt, melted chocolate tastes good) Mints (gum is hard for the dentally challenged) Peanut butter crackers Raisins/dried fruit Snack cups/applesauce/pudding cups Tuna/chicken salad cracker kits Water (dehydration is one of the biggest challenges, especially if you can’t get around easily)
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Here is a list of things you can carry in your car in big zip lock bags. to give to the homeless! Gloves (ones you can layer are good, so if something gets wet you can switch, waterproof are good) Socks (this is possibly the most important thing, thermal or wool) NOT cheap socks. Socks are not available at the thrift store like most other clothes, but keeping your feet clean and healthy is important when they are your primary transportation. At one point I had regular socks, wool socks, plus a styrofoam cutout under the liner of my boots. If you know the wonder of wool socks you know that’s what you should get. Bandaids (big ones to cover blisters are nice) Deodorant (often already have or can get free) EmergenC, Airborne, chewable multivitamins Lip balm/chapstick Lotion Sunscreen Tissues Toothbrush and toothpaste (often already have or can get free, toothbrushes with covers are nice) Wet wipes Beef jerky (even if your teeth are junk you can suck on this until it’s mush and still get the protein) Breakfast bars or cereal bars (they do crumble but you can still eat them) Chocolate (sure it may melt, melted chocolate tastes good) Mints (gum is hard for the dentally challenged) Peanut butter crackers Raisins/dried fruit Snack cups/applesauce/pudding cups Tuna/chicken salad cracker kits Water (dehydration is one of the biggest challenges, especially if you can’t get around easily) ... is there another way to look at it Going Too Fucking Far NEW Blog Features RevealeD O O A Foolproof Method Posted Over on that NEW site O O
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19/11/2018 15h40 |
That was very kind of you, I'm hoping good Karma is heading your way.
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That was very kind of you, I'm hoping good Karma is heading your way. ... is there another way to look at it Going Too Fucking Far NEW Blog Features RevealeD O O A Foolproof Method Posted Over on that NEW site O O
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Happy International Men's Day. I got you a card .... [image] Opportunity may knock only once, but temptation bangs on the door forever!
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Perhaps it was a simple thing for you to physically do but it was emotionally huge for both of you, that's what counts. Little things matter.
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Perhaps it was a simple thing for you to physically do but it was emotionally huge for both of you, that's what counts. Little things matter. ... is there another way to look at it Going Too Fucking Far NEW Blog Features RevealeD O O A Foolproof Method Posted Over on that NEW site O O
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19/11/2018 18h46 |
Your kindness inspires us all. We need more of this in this world💕. Thank you, you beautiful soul ❤️
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Your kindness inspires us all. We need more of this in this world💕. Thank you, you beautiful soul ❤️ Hey girl happy Monday night... ❤️ Loved your poem. So... Anything cooking tonight? 🍳 ... is there another way to look at it Going Too Fucking Far NEW Blog Features RevealeD O O A Foolproof Method Posted Over on that NEW site O O
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Glad you liked it. Thanks for dropping by. ... is there another way to look at it Going Too Fucking Far NEW Blog Features RevealeD O O A Foolproof Method Posted Over on that NEW site O O
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Happy International Men's Day. I got you a card .... [image] Were they playing Crazy 8's or Go Fish...? He'd forgotten... and was too shy to ask. Perhaps it was strip poker... He unbuttoned his shirt... 😉🃏 ... is there another way to look at it Going Too Fucking Far NEW Blog Features RevealeD O O A Foolproof Method Posted Over on that NEW site O O
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What a beautiful post. I hope the man with the shopping cart keeps that photograph safe so he isn't in danger of losing it again. I had NO idea there was such a day, and wonder why we have never heard of it before. Check out my profile or and become a "watcher" of my blog FMAOPLS,to learn more about me, and for intelligent, lively, smartassy and fun discussion, with a little irreverence thrown in. "Like" or comment on my photos, and I promise I'll add more. Thanks.
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What a beautiful post. I hope the man with the shopping cart keeps that photograph safe so he isn't in danger of losing it again. I had NO idea there was such a day, and wonder why we have never heard of it before. ... is there another way to look at it Going Too Fucking Far NEW Blog Features RevealeD O O A Foolproof Method Posted Over on that NEW site O O
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