The local chain of gyms I belong to has dozens of locations. I'm equidistant from two of them, but today I headed to the third-closest one because I like the Wednesday morning yoga class. The instructor goes slow and allows lots of time for each pose, and I leave there feeling nicely stretched out. Hubby Tony decided to go with me and use the machines. My class lasted an hour, then we reconnected by the front door and walked out to the car.
Neither of us had anything on the calendar for the rest of the day, so I took a scenic route home. The temperature was warm enough to spend time outside, so along the way we checked out the sidewalks to see if they were snow free and walkable for two people wearing athletic shoes. Sadly, most still had large stretches that were slush covered.
Halfway home I was getting ready to turn left, but realized that if I turned right we could visit a couple of antique malls as part of my hunt for a living room side table. After we strolled through both malls, we figured out the sidewalks on this stretch of road were clear enough to walk on. We left the car in the parking lot and headed north on foot. Along the way Tony spotted this sign:
I had heard about exchanges like these, but it was my first time seeing one in person. It made me happy to see that there was a nice variety of warm things on the rack.
Five years ago: Just The Right Size
Oh that is great about the coats!
ReplyDeleteI have seen similar racks and left coats a time or two that no longer fit. I like the feeling of knowing someone who really needs it will get it.
ReplyDeleteI agree.
DeleteWhere were you walking that they had free coats on a porch?
ReplyDeleteWe were on Big Bend north of Manchester but before the highway. Either Maplewood or Richmond Heights.
DeleteGreat blog
ReplyDeleteThat is a splendid offering.
ReplyDeleteI took my coat off to try one from the rack. When I turned round, someone had taken my coat and walked away; with wallet, car keys, and my favourite socks. He left an old coat instead.
ReplyDeleteGod bless.
I'm amazed at how much bad luck you have :-)
DeleteHow much snow is left on the ground?
ReplyDeleteEven less today than on Wednesday...pretty much just where it was piled after street cleaning or shoveling or any sidewalk that was untouched originally.
DeleteI love to see people taking the time to help others. Leaving a coat you no longer need is such a simple gesture, but can matter enormously to the recipient.
ReplyDeleteI completely agree.
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