Almost eight years ago, soon after we moved to Cary, North Carolina, I took some stuff to the Goodwill Store to donate. I decided to go inside and look around. I noticed a handsome leather belt for under $2.00. My belt was old and worn so I decided to buy a new belt.
After almost eight years, the belt looks almost new. Rather than use holes for the belt buckle to adjust the fit, it has loose woven leather. The pin slips through the woven leather making it adjustable for any length. And it doesn’t make a crease like a belt with holes. I love it.
There is another reason the belt is special to me. As I was checking out, I handed the clerk my credit card. She said they don’t take credit cards. I looked in my wallet and I only had one dollar so I told her I didn’t have enough cash. A nice-looking woman behind me said, “Don’t worry, sir. I’ll pay for it. It’s less than $2.00.” I looked in my pocket and felt some coins. I had enough coins to add to the dollar bill so I paid for the belt. I thanked the woman behind me and took my belt and left.
As I was walking to my car, I noticed I was wearing old sneakers, torn jeans, and an old T-shirt. I’m sure she thought I was homeless.
So when I buckle my belt each morning, I remember the nice lady who offered to pay for it.
Seasoned Man
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