Walking to work today I heard something unusual. It was a panhandler asking for money. That is not unusual, unfortunately, in New York's streets, but he was working a unique angle while reclining on the sidewalk:"Good morning. Can I have a hundred dollars?" After a pause, "can I have a hundred dollars?" No luck. "I have two dollars, all I need is 98." He looked around at the somewhat surprised passers-by: "Can't you tell I am trying to make you people smile this morning? Lord have mercy." I guess New Yorkers can't tell when a panhandler is pulling their collective legs. He made me smile anyway.
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