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Man Up and Be Strong  

Paulxx001 66H
8702 messages
19/11/2018 1h22

Dernière Consultation:
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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.. .
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Paulxx001 66H
22642 messages
19/11/2018 1h29

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 !


Paulxx001 66H
22642 messages
19/11/2018 1h30

It would be really nice if this day came with a blow job or something . . . Just saying... Or a donut ... anything ...


Paulxx001 66H
22642 messages
19/11/2018 3h41

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 !


Platosgames 102H
3189 messages
19/11/2018 5h39

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


Paulxx001 66H
22642 messages
19/11/2018 7h28

I have my ID card. It proves I'm a man... Hang on a second... let me check my pants... Yep 👖😉 I'm good...


Paulxx001 66H
22642 messages
19/11/2018 7h32

    Citer Platosgames:
    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 seem to find myself in a lot of similar situations.. And I have a feeling, that you'd do the same as me, if you were there.


Paulxx001 66H
22642 messages
19/11/2018 8h29

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 . . .


SeaGirlFL 60F
9220 messages
19/11/2018 9h15

    Citer Paulxx001:
    It would be really nice if this day came with a blow job or something . . . Just saying... Or a donut ... anything ...
Oh, you're thinking about "Steak and a BJ Day"...that is in March...the 14th.

"Sometimes the most productive thing you can do is relax." – Mark Black


SeaGirlFL 60F
9220 messages
19/11/2018 9h16

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


sexyldy1000 68F  
9607 messages
19/11/2018 11h35

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.

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No doubt too few know that it's International Men's Day. The statistics listed are shocking. Words are simply insufficient.


pocogato12 71F  
37235 messages
19/11/2018 11h59

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!

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Paulxx001 66H
22642 messages
19/11/2018 12h25

    Citer SeaGirlFL:
    Oh, you're thinking about "Steak and a BJ Day"...that is in March...the 14th.
Really? That day exists? 😯 I can hardly wait.... 😁❤️👍


Paulxx001 66H
22642 messages
19/11/2018 12h28

    Citer SeaGirlFL:
    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.
He was thankful for the pic and mostly thankful that I didn't hit him with my car! 😱😊 Thanks for popping in! 🙏❤️


Paulxx001 66H
22642 messages
19/11/2018 12h30

    Citer sexyldy1000:
    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.
Those stats are interesting and they're eye-openers. Then again, there are more men bad guys than women.. 😯 Thanks for all the info! 👍❤️


Paulxx001 66H
22642 messages
19/11/2018 12h39

    Citer pocogato12:
    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!
Well... That's touching and a bit sad. 😢 I can only imagine how grateful those people are for the help you offer... ❤️😊


Tmptrzz 61F  
107039 messages
19/11/2018 12h55

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..

Seduce the mind and see what a wonderful adventure the body will take you on..


Paulxx001 66H
22642 messages
19/11/2018 14h29

    Citer Tmptrzz:
    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..
That's so true... one does feel better when one can help someone. 😊❤️ Have a great holiday as well. Turkey is good. Is that on your menu? Have a good one! 😊🍗


pollly_anna 60F  
697 messages
19/11/2018 14h56

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)


Paulxx001 66H
22642 messages
19/11/2018 15h33

    Citer pollly_anna:
    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)
Wow! These are great suggestions and something that I never thought of. I'll definitely take notes here and be better prepared next time I have an opportunity to help someone. Yes..GREAT ideas. 😊👍 Now what tips can you offer for cleaning hardwood floors or... creating more space in my closets? Lol... 😁 Thanks for sharing.


mc_justmc 63H

19/11/2018 15h40

That was very kind of you, I'm hoping good Karma is heading your way.


Paulxx001 66H
22642 messages
19/11/2018 15h44

    Citer mc_justmc:
    That was very kind of you, I'm hoping good Karma is heading your way.
Oh yeah. I can feel that karma... I got 2 of the 6 numbers in the Lotto the other day... So yeah. It's all working out! 😶


superbjversion2 68F  
24388 messages
19/11/2018 16h01

Happy International Men's Day. I got you a card ....

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Opportunity may knock only once, but temptation bangs on the door forever!


2trythis 60F
5109 messages
19/11/2018 16h43

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.


Paulxx001 66H
22642 messages
19/11/2018 17h07

    Citer 2trythis:
    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.
That's so true. I would have felt bad if that pic had flown away... Thanks for popping in. Can I offer you a glass of wine? 🍾 and a piece of cheese? 🧀 😊


Livin_my_Life14 53F

19/11/2018 18h46

Your kindness inspires us all. We need more of this in this world💕. Thank you, you beautiful soul ❤️


Paulxx001 66H
22642 messages
19/11/2018 20h01

    Citer Livin_my_Life14:
    Your kindness inspires us all. We need more of this in this world💕. Thank you, you beautiful soul ❤️
Thank you... But... None of this would have happened if I had caught that light I was racing for... Lol 😂😱🏁
Hey girl happy Monday night... ❤️ Loved your poem. So... Anything cooking tonight? 🍳


Paulxx001 66H
22642 messages
20/11/2018 6h03

Glad you liked it. Thanks for dropping by.


Paulxx001 66H
22642 messages
20/11/2018 6h26

    Citer superbjversion2:
    Happy International Men's Day. I got you a card ....

    [image]
Strategically chosen... subtly placed... symbolically centered... and so very warmly received - with gratitude, and a humble smile... ! 😊
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... 😉🃏


FMAOPLS 70F
27112 messages
20/11/2018 11h04

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.

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Paulxx001 66H
22642 messages
20/11/2018 14h37

    Citer FMAOPLS:
    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.
Yes I do hope he puts it in a safer spot. My gut tells me that he looks at it often... Yes.. Who knew about Men's Day...? Thanks for stopping by... 😊❤️


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