Poems and Thoughts    by Frank Maurer

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A Tiny Gift. I was ready to walk into the pet store To purchase crickets for my wonderful Bearded lizard. And there she was crouched and wrapped in a blanket. I stopped and said hello. "I don't carry cash." "Oh, I have money. Would you get me some food-- Down at Jack's Restaurant, just down there." 'Sure. I don't need money," I said and wrote her food list on my wrist. It was cold and rainy. I was ready to do something good. Returning with her food and beverage, I handed her the bag with the goodies. After purchasing the eight (!) crickets I then passed by her enjoying my gift. We exchanged smiles and said goodbye. I was overwhelmed. realizing there are so many like this. Frank Maurer 8 December 2023 2100 Hours.