I'm not nearly half way done with college, I'm going for Entertainment Business. What, WHY?! Well, for the past few years I've had this insane pipe-dream about owning a record store with Allergen-Free baked goods. There is a method to my madness. I want the record store to have a stage where band can do acoustic sets, where we can trade, buy and sell records. The allergen-free bakery because my son is allergic to the main ingredients in most processed, pre-packaged items. Why not have a place where vegans and allergy filled children can go without worrying about what they are eating.
I have plans to give the leftover baked goods to local food pantries and homeless shelters. I was on the train this past weekend. Squeezing in on the Green Line and there was a homeless man with a suitcase. Thought nothing of it, didn't care really, wasn't bugging anyone, seemed nice enough. The parade of people that followed were snarling, gagging and plan avoiding this man. I got PISSED, I remembered I had bought a pack of M&Ms the night before and didn't eat them. I gave him my pathetic bag of candy, told him I was sorry it wasn't more. He took my hand, the people gasped as I allowed this to happen not pulling away, he told me, "You're very kind, have a great holiday. I'm actually looking for a homeless shelter and possibly a job, if you had any legal advice it would be great." I said to him, "The best thing to do is keep your head up, and have faith." I hopped off the train and he got off as well. I wanted to help him more, and I got teary eyed in my rage of thoughts about how he was treated. The Dunkin Donuts was closed and Starbucks was too. I just wanted to get him something hot. I didn't get his name, not that it really matters. I am passionate about helping people, loving people.
Anyway, College has been great, I'm proud of myself for the hard work and how it has paid off in most classes. I'm not easily waived from my plans of the future. I want the best in life and I plan on doing what I have to, to reach my goals.
"I am not afraid, I was born to do this."
- Joan of Arc
Hey Amanda I really like this post. I enjoyed reading your post and i think you have a really good idea. I hope that you do continue with this idea, because it very unique and I would love to go to a record store where there is some good thats healthy.
ReplyDeleteIn my early twenties I worked at a little coffee shop near the University of Oregon. During breaks I would go to the 7-11 that was next door. I was often accompanied by coworkers. I remember giving money to a homeless man outside of the 7-11 and my friend said to me, "Honey, don't feed the bears!" I was shocked by the lack of compassion this man had for someone in need. Unfortunately, many people share his views. I applaud your gentle kindness!
ReplyDeleteLaura, not many people understand the concept of helping others without a bonus after the donation.
ReplyDeletei often find myself offering to buy a combo from Dunkin Donuts, rather than give them change out of my pocket. what can they do with 76 cents. not much, a meal can feed them and keep them satisfied for a few hours.
not a lot, but i try.