LIVING THE HI LIFE.
Soooooo, this happened.
Today I finally got out of the suburbs and into the city. YAAAAAAY! I do love the city life, book stores and cafes', neighborhood co-ops and such. There are tattoo shops and pubs, sidewalk walking and bustling life. These are the things my happy life is made of. But where are all the friendly smiles and polite nods? I REALLY love spreading my positive mood and have no problem smiling at strangers, holding open doors, and making funny faces at children that hide behind their mother skirts or in their dads arms. Hi, Hello, even a nice nod as a greeting, Nothing? REALLY?
My Story: about 3:15 this afternoon I decided to drop a large load of clothes(I'd cleaned out of my closet) off at the charity drop box in the city. Did I mention that I love the city? I got out of the car and a young man was nearby who I asked to help me grab the drop box handle (I'm Waaaaay short). Being on a very busy street with cars wizzing by, horns honking and the occasional... who am I kidding, the constant boom of music coming from the cars, I had to yell several times "CAN YOU HELP ME PLEASE, I'M TOO SHORT". Finally he yelled back, "I'm too busy, I'm about to do something". REALLY!? He wasn't. His friend did however come to assist after giving him the similar look I did that said "REALLY?" I did thank his friend and didn't have much trouble with the leaver after that, as a homeless guy was walking by and asked if he could have any jeans or other clothes I had. I gave them all to him.
I want to know, When did we stop being polite? When did we become too busy to help each other with even the tiniest of tasks? Why don't we smile at each other? When did smiling become weird or make me a weirdo. Do you even hear me when I say hello? I enjoy being connected and really want to know "WHAT'S UP?". My smile is genuine and my wave sincere. I just wanted to say that. I don't know you but I wish you a good day too.
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