#23. Sky @ Country Club and Baseline, Mesa
I originally drove past him as I was heading back to the office. He was standing at the drive into a Walmart wearing all black and holding a small sign.
He didn’t look like he lived on the streets.
I thought maybe he was looking for a ride. I circled around to get a glimpse of his sign.
It read, “Hungry and Broke”.
I circled around once more and parked.
He looked confused as I approached him and waved.
Not sure if he spoke English, I shouted out, “Good morning!”
“Good morning!”, he says with a smile.
“I made an extra lunch today. Would you like it?”
He took my bag, but asked, “Who made an extra lunch?”
“I did. Everyday I make an extra lunch and look for someone who is hungry. You can have it if you’re hungry.”
I don’t know, I was kind of taken back by his shock. He looked at me like he was surprised I was giving him food, when he was clearly holding a sign that says he’s hungry.
“I have a poem for you”, he told me.
He spoke a beautiful poem about tears and rainbows. I wish I could recite it to you. It was a poem he wrote. I tried to listen to his soft words over the rough engine sounds from the passing cars.
He had some wisdom for me too!
It was about not grieving loved ones once they pass, but rather sitting down to write a long Thank You letter to them to help you heal from the loss.
He has definitely been the most interesting individual I have met.
I wished him well, and gave him a hug.
I hope I inspired him, as much as he inspired me.
Lord, I don’t know Sky’s story, but I know you do. Bless him today and everyday. May the words he speaks be those you have given him. Keep him safe.
Growing Faith 