Friday, April 21, 2023
Recipient:
Hannah @ Little Finch, LoDo
Hannah was sitting at the tiny table for two next to mine when I noticed the oatmeal-colored canvas backpack resting atop her wheelie suitcase.
My first thought was, What an elegant accessory!
My second thought was, How in the world does she keep it so clean?
And because I am friendly, and also congenitally unable to keep a compliment to myself, we had a conversation that went straight to the heart in short order.
I admired the design and pristine state of her backpack. She mentioned how odd that was, especially since she worked with children (studying their development). Work talk led me to reveal to her something few other people knew: Three hours earlier I had given notice at my job. I wanted something more creative and free-range. Then we were off to the races, talking about meaningful employment and other matters of the soul.
Her presence that afternoon was a blessing. She was a wonderful listener and a kindred spirit whose enthusiasm for her calling reflected how I want to feel about the next chapter of my career.
Hannah, wherever you are, thank you for being open to converse with a stranger.
It was exactly what I needed.
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