A Heavy Heart

Coming out of a restaurant, a fellow asked me as I passed Hadn't eaten in over three days, could I spare some cash Told him sorry I only carry cards Hung heavy ever since on my heart Should've gone inside, paid for a meal on his behalf A real bummer...
Copyright © | Year Posted 2018

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Man Avatar
July 19, 2018 at 1:24 AM
Jack.. you'll get another chance!!
Ellison Avatar
July 19, 2018 at 4:53 AM
Sure hope so... cheers, Happy Jack!
One Avatar
July 18, 2018 at 1:31 PM
Yes... Maybe next time..
Ellison Avatar
July 18, 2018 at 1:44 PM
Still hanging heavy on my heart... :(
Cunningham Avatar
July 18, 2018 at 9:32 AM
But then not many carry cash these days. Good morning Jack. You'll get another chance for sure
Ellison Avatar
July 18, 2018 at 10:18 AM
Won't screw it up next time!!! Happy Wednesday, Sir Thomas!!!
Pigeon Tart Avatar
July 18, 2018 at 6:51 AM
I felt that. Hugs
Ellison Avatar
July 18, 2018 at 6:58 AM
Have felt really bad ever since!!! Bummer! Good morning dear Mo! XOX
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