I met 3 new people today.

Paul: I see Paul, maybe once a week.  He’s a local homeless guy in Kirkland, WA.  I presume he’s homeless, given his belongings and signage and general demeanor.  I told myself that the next time I saw him I would stop and introduce myself.  So, I did.  I stopped my motorcycle, got off, walked up and introduced myself.  We chatted for 30 seconds or so and he went on his way.  I have no idea, but I think that may have made his day.

Jerry and Cheryl (sp?): They have parking spots next to me in the garage at the condo where I live.  It turns out that we have several Minnesota connection.  They are in the area for 6 months, renting a condo in my building.  They’re traveling to Chelan, WA tomorrow for a vacation and I just got back from a trip in that area.  We talked for maybe 20 minutes or more.  They’re very nice people and it was good to make a connection.  Jerry and I talked about what makes a place feel like home.  His parting words were, “Thank you for your wisdom.”  Wow!  Talk about humbling.

Yeah, stopping to say hi is not overrated.

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