so on my way to class for the past couple weeks i've been walking past this man who sells handmade bags. i flash him a quick smile and keep walking most days. yesterday, i had a little extra time before class so i made a stop. i noticed the man was missing a few teeth and barely spoke english. we got to talking about the bags. apparently his wife makes them and he sells them-this is their income. due to my shopping habit and my too big of a heart, i caved. i bought a bag. (it is very similarly patterned to the picture on the right.) so far, the bag has done me well. but the best part is, i walked past the man today and he waved and flashed his toothless grin. i've made a friend.