It’s the smiling eyes that attract your
attention to Martin. He’s standing close to a wall with a stack of Big Issues
in his hand. Calling out to passersby he sends a free gift of care to each
person wrapped in his smile.
Martin has been on the same pitch for
the past six years. He’s well known – a fact borne out by the people passing us
as we were engaged in conversation.
“Hello, Martin love,” a woman turns to
greet him as she walks by.
“Hello there,” he throws back with a wide
grin before turning back to talk to me. Martin has known hard times, but he’s
also know better times. No longer sleeping rough he remembers the times when he
did with deep thoughtful words; he now spends some of his free time helping
other homeless people. It really is a big issue.
Buying a magazine from Martin really is
a gift that keeps on giving.
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