It seems that a homeless man, who hangs out in our area, had his shopping cart confiscated by police. They suspected it was "stolen." And it probably was. For sure he didn't buy it.
The story likely would have ended there. Except that the homeless guy's constant companion is his dog, a pet that's too old and sick to walk far. We often saw the dog riding in the cart on a blanket.
Then one day residents found out about the loss of the cart and came to my office.
They wanted to do a fundraiser to buy a new one. Because I thought it was wonderful that they had this kind of compassion I told them to go ahead.
Within a few days they'd raised $60 for a new cart - one that came with a plastic enclosed receipt in case the police stopped him again.
One may have their own feelings about the homeless. But it's wonderful to see addicts open their hearts to others.
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