The Deli Man

Not everyone does it, but how I adore A generous person who works in a store; Specifically, one who's behind in the deli, Who slices the meats and the cheese for the belly. Today, for example, I ordered some cheese And turkey, my grandson down next to my knees, His hungry impatience apparent to all; But just as it seemed he'd resort to a bawl The counterman offered some turkey, a taste. Disaster averted and hunger erased. The guy was a stranger who sized up the scene Or maybe, to him this was strictly routine. It doesn't take much to connect with a smile Yet to many, such actions are not in their style. The deli employee, for such a small price, Can improve someone's day just by cutting a slice.