Door-to-Door Indenture

[jonsonite]

I just got a visit from a kid selling magazines. He's short, skinny, black and has some sort of deformity on his chest, like the pectoral version of a hunchback. I knew immediately that he was one of those kids selling magazines for shady outfits, so I listened to him speak his piece (inviting him in briefly--it's cold outside and he didn't have a

Comments

[triath]

Wow, that's horrible!!

[jonsonite]

Yeah, it really was.

[sunspot1984]

It is totally exhausting dealing with all the crap in the world - but I am really glad you talked with that kid and gave him some good information. I bet he will remember it, even if he doesn't use it right away.

[jonsonite]

Here's hoping.

[mickeysacks]

I applaud you for taking the time to help him out even a little bit by letting him warm up, feeding him and giving him a coat. Plus I'll bet venting about his situation at least helped even if he doesn't take the initiative to find a ride home to Florida right away

[jonsonite]

I suppose I could talk to the Secretary of State...

[ceallaighgirl]

That's really terrible. I'm glad he knocked on your door. Thanks for taking the time to help him.

[jonsonite]

You're welcome. I feel virtuous, but unsatisfied.

[benefitz]

Yikes. You're a good person, Jon. Miss you!