The other day I saw this woman at a convenience store. She was nicely, casually dressed, carrying a large Coach handbag and wearing Birkenstock sandals. She was buying a handful of assorted lottery tickets...then she pulls away in a sports BMW. Hmm. I guess who couldn't use a few extra million dollars and it's a form of entertainment too. Lottery tickets are for everyone!
K had a nice time at his friend's birthday party last Friday night. This friend's mom passed away from cancer about 4 years ago, and I have to say, it seems they've turned the corner lately. The dad's girlfriend helped at the party, and he's been seeing her for over a year now. K says his friend smiles and laughs a lot these days, where before, he never did. They'll be just fine as life goes on. One of their teachers at the time the mom passed away still keeps in touch with the family, to the point of even occasionally tutoring the boy. I remember her saying that the mom had asked her to look after her son and it looks like she's keeping her promise.
Went to church yesterday morning. They published their annual statement and it looks like they are breaking even for a change.
That is sad for your son's friend that he lost his mother so young but its great that they are finally turning the corner and getting back into having some fun. Tough indeed.
ReplyDeleteI went collecting on the weekend for St Vincent de Paul and I am telling you the wealthiest people are the stingiest and many the rudest - my mother won the lottery two years ago - not a large amount but first prize. I still recall her shrieks of joy. She deserved it.
What sort of change? Are you glad for it or not?
ReplyDeletethe loss of loved ones is so sad. Glad to read fam is doing better, all things considered.
Lilly, that's great how your mom won the lottery. It's interesting when you go collecting for charity, it's almost like a psychological study sometimes.
ReplyDeleteJammmie, every year around this time the church gives a big sermon basically begging everyone to open up their pockets a bit wider. So I guess I am happy that they didn't have to do that this year, and glad for them.
Sad but uplifting story Christine.
ReplyDeleteI enjoy reading your posts, don't always have something to add, but certainly enjoy the read.
You have a unique writing voice and style.
:-)
Peggy
thanks for your feedback, Peggy. I sense that you are compassionate like me.
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