I live in a rural area, so homelessness is less obvious. It still exists in one way or another, but we just don’t see it. When I venture into the city, I’m reminded in stunning ways just how lucky I am. I go to bed each night with a roof over my head. Not just any roof, but a comfortable, safe, and warm home filled with people and animals that I love.
I have a choice of food to eat in my refrigerator and cupboards, something that would be an enormous luxury for many people. When I need to go somewhere, I jump in my car and drive there. My car may be old, worn, and held together by duct tape and prayers, but it allows me a freedom that some people just don’t have.
It’s important to remember that those who are less fortunate are people too. They are like us. For many, it wouldn’t take much to end up in the same situation, or worse. Like anyone, a homeless person has a history. They have hobbies and talents. The man in this video is an amazing musician. He just happens to be homeless, as well.
He captured the attention and hearts of passers-by when he sat down at a public piano. The folks were going about their business, and most were leaving an LA Dodgers game. While most people will walk by a homeless person that they see on the street, this man’s incredible talent stopped people in their tracks. This was something that they could not ignore, and the attention was well-deserved.
This single moment of playing is beautiful on its own but serves as an important reminder to every one of us. Those less fortunate deserve to be seen. And if you can, they deserve a bit of help and kindness.
Watch his beautiful performance in the video below. Please like and share.
