The Things Money Can’t Buy…
Posted Feb 19th, 2008 • Category: Vendor Writings • By Alan Attwood“Good morning”, “g’day”, “hello”. These are my greetings to the ‘passbyers’ as I stand on my pitch at CERES, Piedemontes and the Abbotsford Convent, Melbourne.
While I stand at my pitch, I may have a quiet hour in terms of how many mags I sell, but I’m flat-out giving and receiving smiles and warmth. I’m making millions, no trillions. I’m filthy rich!
There really can be a beautiful spirit in humanity, and I’m one of the lucky ones to experience this caring nature of people. I feel special and I feel privileged to have the opportunity to see these qualities in our society, in our community and in people.
Thanks to the passbyers for all the smiles and acknowledgement. It really does make a difference to my soul.
De sells The Big Issue in Melbourne’s inner-north.
Alan Attwood - Editor of The Big Issue. Alan began writing for The Big Issue in 2003. He was a regular columnist and occasional proof reader and soccer player before taking on the role as Editor in November 2006.
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