I hadn't met Popeye (Thomas) yet when I took this shot. He was so small and fragile looking and reminded me of a shy little mouse praying for protection.
Weeks later, when I had an opportunity to talk with him for several hours, I was struck by his intelligence and wisdom. When I rose to leave I asked him if he remembered my name and he replied: "I'm homeless Geoff, I'm not stupid or simple-minded".
I left his company that day feeling humbled and embarassed that I would think of him in any way less fortuante than I.
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Paige said (3 Jul 2009):
Great picture! Thanks for sharing the story. Sometimes that makes the picture even better.
