Homeless

Ok so Vegas has tons of homeless people. I hate it! It makes me feel so bad when I see them out there in the heat. I know not all of them are legit. There is one young guy that's usually down the street from the house. I see him almost everyday.

Tonight I put together a small kit for him. I got a medium size lunch/cooler bag from goodwill. Dad has tons of stuff here. I found a new t-shirt and hat in the garage. I found soap, toothbrush and paste, shampoo and conditioner, lotion, tissues and a razor in the bathroom cabinet. All of these things are in mini hotel size. I put all that in the cooler with peanut butter crackers, cookies, applesauce, canned peaches with pull top lid, fork and a spoon. I also printed out a list of places he could go for some help if he wants it. When I leave tomorrow I'll grab 2 cold bottles of water for him too.

I don't know if he will appreciate my help or even if he's for real. I know I can't help everyone. I guess one person is better than none. I just don't want to be one of those people that just turn away and pretend that the homeless aren't there. They may not have anything but they are still human and should be treated as such.


UPDATE:
I saw him today and I pulled into the parking lot near him. He was walking around with his head down. I beeped and he looked over. I rolled the car window down and held out 2 water bottles. The relief in his eyes was almost too much for me. I thought I would lose it. I told him I had more and I gave him the cooler bag. I told him what was inside and that I wish I could do more. He was so happy and thankful. He said thank you a bunch of times and said it was perfect. I hope it helps him get thru a few more days. I added a washcloth and 2 free hamburger cards for a place near where he stands. If I had and suspicions about him being fake I lost them today. The look in his eyes when he saw the water was pure, not acting.