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I'm Homeless and Need to Eat-Can't You Spare a Buck Please? `Pay It Forward-www.patricia4realestate.com-Real Estate Portsmouth New Hampshire

By Patricia Aulson

Real Estate Agent with BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOME SERVICES Verani Realty NH Real Estate

January 07, 2011 05:32 AM

I'M HOMELESS AND NEED TO EAT-CAN YOU SPARE A BUCK PLEASE?

That was the sign a homeless person had clinging to his jacket the other day in front of a store while he braved the freezing temperatures and blustery wind. I'm struck by how many homeless people I see these days standing on corners begging. Sad to say but this has become a way of life for some people unfortunately.

I'm a sucker for this kind of thing and well up with tears every time I see people begging. I immediately reach into my purse and handed him a $10 dollar bill. "God Bless you" I said as I gave it to him, "I hope the New Year will bring you some good fortune and joy."

He smiled back at me with a toothless grin and kept repeating "God Bless You.....God Bless You" His smile alone was worth the $10 bucks and more. I continued on filled with tears and gratitude for what I have in life and often take for granted. Well this was a clear reminder that whatever was bothering me that morning seemed so incidental to the beggar's lot in life. It sure did put things into perspective that's for sure.

Count your blessings, I thought...... for clearly I have many.

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Patricia Aulson

BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOME SERVICES Verani Realty NH Real Estate - Exeter, NH

Realtor - Portsmouth NH Homes-Hampton NH Homes

YES! We do! thanks for the reply.

Jan 13, 2011 11:42 AM

Kim Dean

www.GoSimplyTexas.com - McKinney, TX

Simply Texas Real Estate - Broker/Owner

Patricia - I can tell that you not only blessed him, but he blessed you in return! Thanks for sharing your story and for reminding us all not to take for granted all that we are given. Have a great 2011!

Jan 13, 2011 03:12 PM

Patricia Aulson

BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOME SERVICES Verani Realty NH Real Estate - Exeter, NH

Realtor - Portsmouth NH Homes-Hampton NH Homes

Thanks Kim for stopping by to say hello

Jan 14, 2011 12:00 AM

Toula Rosebrock

Diane Turton, Realtors, Forked River, NJ - Lacey Township, NJ

Broker/Sales Associate, Realtor, Lacey Township,

Hi Patricia:

For every dollar you give others, it will come back to you "ten-fold"...

Jan 15, 2011 10:31 AM

Patricia Aulson

BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOME SERVICES Verani Realty NH Real Estate - Exeter, NH

Realtor - Portsmouth NH Homes-Hampton NH Homes

Hi Toula, thank you for dropping in to say hello and to comment today.

Good to hear from you!!

Patricia

Jan 16, 2011 10:24 AM

Barbara Altieri

Better Homes and Gardens RE Shore and Country Properties - Shelton, CT

REALTOR-Fairfield County CT Homes/Condos For Sale

Patricia -- What goes around comes around. You will be repaid for your kind deed. You are so right that whatever you may have been concerned about or involved in prior to your good deed really was probably not all that important after all.

Jan 21, 2011 03:16 AM

Roy Kelley

Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Good for you! Every community seems to have a growing homeless population. All us need to be paying it forward at the shelters and food banks.

The colors of winter in Maryland. Life is good!

Jan 21, 2011 08:32 AM

Patricia Aulson

BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOME SERVICES Verani Realty NH Real Estate - Exeter, NH

Realtor - Portsmouth NH Homes-Hampton NH Homes

Hello Barbara and thank you for commenting on the post today. I appreciate it!

Patricia/Seacoast NH & ME

Jan 21, 2011 10:20 AM

Patricia Aulson

BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOME SERVICES Verani Realty NH Real Estate - Exeter, NH

Realtor - Portsmouth NH Homes-Hampton NH Homes

Hey Roy, I was happy to see you stopped by to comment. By the way, I love the pics of the flowers you post. ANy snow down your way?

Take care,

~Patricia/

Jan 21, 2011 10:22 AM

Connie Harvey

Pilkerton Realtors - Brentwood, TN

Realtor - Nashville TN Real Estate

Patricia, we were just talking about this in Church this morning. How we all slept in nice warm beds, drove to church instead of walking in the cold.... We must never take for granted the wonderful blessings that each of us already have.

Jan 23, 2011 08:05 AM

Patricia Aulson

BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOME SERVICES Verani Realty NH Real Estate - Exeter, NH

Realtor - Portsmouth NH Homes-Hampton NH Homes

So true Connie. It's scary sometimes when I see those who have nothing. I'm reminded of the the saying my grandmother used to say...."for the Grace of God go I" Yes, i do count my blessings each day.

Thanks for stopping by to say hello and comment today.

Patricia

Jan 23, 2011 09:06 AM

Patricia Aulson

BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOME SERVICES Verani Realty NH Real Estate - Exeter, NH

Realtor - Portsmouth NH Homes-Hampton NH Homes

Hey Gary,

thanks for stopping by , glad you enjoyed the post. Neighbors should be more helpful, that's the way it used to be, things have changed so much over the years.

Patricia

Feb 24, 2011 11:53 AM

Nick T Pappas

Assoc. Broker ABR, CRS, SFR, e-Pro, @Homes Realty Group, Broker/Providence Property Mgmnt, LLC Huntsville AL - Huntsville, AL

Madison & Huntsville Alabama Real Estate Resource

Patricia, living in Chicago for a long while I think I've learned to read people pretty well. I'll give when it feels right or when it's unexpected...that works the best for me.

I like Carla a lot and think she's a really good person, but I have to differ slightly with her on this. Yes more people are homeless now, but I've seen lots of scams like this and know people who were doing the scamming. Brad's comment wasn't out of line...just born out of reality. I know the same guy with the Cadillac that he mentioned...except this one lives in Chicago.

It's a reality, but it isn't stopping me from helping someone who's down on their luck or appears that way.

Feb 28, 2011 03:33 PM

Patricia Aulson

BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOME SERVICES Verani Realty NH Real Estate - Exeter, NH

Realtor - Portsmouth NH Homes-Hampton NH Homes

Yes Nick....I understand your feelings on this and do believe that there are lots of scams out there. Like you, I too have to feel it's right, there have been times that I didn't give for this very reason. I usually follow my inner "gut feeling!" It's generally right.

THanks for the comment and the time to say hello and stop by today. It's appreciated!

Patricia

Mar 27, 2011 12:56 PM

Patricia Aulson

BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOME SERVICES Verani Realty NH Real Estate - Exeter, NH

Realtor - Portsmouth NH Homes-Hampton NH Homes

Hello Roy, thanks for stopping by. I love your beautiful pic of flowers.

I see crocus showing their lovely faces out my front window. Soon to be spring! Yippie

Apr 05, 2011 02:28 AM

Patricia Aulson

BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOME SERVICES Verani Realty NH Real Estate - Exeter, NH

Realtor - Portsmouth NH Homes-Hampton NH Homes

True what you've said Barbara,

What goes around comes around. We may need help someday. Let's remember that and count our blessings.

Apr 05, 2011 02:29 AM

Mike Wong

Keller Williams Realty Southwest - Sugar Land, TX

Realtor: Commercial, Residential, Leasing, Invest

Patricia I'm so glad I stopped by and read your blogs. You were such a blessing to this man. You are so right we are fortunate to count our blessings, and God Bless you for sharing.

I admit I don't always give. There are simply too many to help. So I volunteer at shelters, donate clothing, and every year around the holidays I make care packets to distribute to the homeless and now have volunteers who also do it with me. Most rewarding thing I do every year.

May 31, 2011 01:03 PM

Patricia Aulson

BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOME SERVICES Verani Realty NH Real Estate - Exeter, NH

Realtor - Portsmouth NH Homes-Hampton NH Homes

Hey Nick,

Thanks for stopping by to comment today, I'm so glad you enjoyed the post.

Patricia

Jun 03, 2011 12:41 PM

Patricia Aulson

BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOME SERVICES Verani Realty NH Real Estate - Exeter, NH

Realtor - Portsmouth NH Homes-Hampton NH Homes

Ellen it was good hearing from you , thanks for the time to comment.

Patricia

Jun 03, 2011 12:42 PM

Debb Janes

Nature As Neighbors - Camas, WA

Put My Love of Nature At Work for You

I've been scolded for giving folks money - certain family and friends say the money is going to support their habit. Honestly, I don't care, I do it anyway. We are all connected by the same energy - if and when I can, I'm always going to take a moment to care (whether it's $$ or a kind word).

Sep 02, 2011 06:42 AM