1. It was 65438+early February, 2003. In the first season, as the bell ringer of the Salvation Army, I met.

I asked a question. I stood at the door of Wal-Mart.

Everyone who threw the donation into my red jar said thank you and smiled at them.

A well-dressed lady and her little son came to my pot rack. When she looked in her purse,

The little boy looked up at me when he was collecting cash. I still remember him asking me, "Are you poor?"

This sentence reflects the confusion and curiosity in his eyes.

2.

"Well,

"I stammered, trying to think,

"I am richer than some people, but not as good as.

Others have money.

"His mother scolded him for asking taboo things in society, and then they

I left the shop in a hurry

however

The boy's question lingered in my ear for a long time.

It has not dispersed for a long time.

3.

I never thought I was poor,

But I can't deny the indisputable fact.

Every time I fill it out,

write

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When I watch it, I always belong to the group with the lowest income in the past

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In the middle of the year,

I only took a vacation once. Even my black and white TV was given to me eight years ago.

4.

So far, I only occasionally have an idea in my head that I want so much.

People already have material things.

I

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The car I bought in 2008 is running out.

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A few miles later

Wear has also occurred,

But it is still reliable. My apartment is humble, but it is quiet enough.

Just relax。 My clothes are mainly worn outdoors.

This is just right for my job. I use a pole

Libraries can also meet the demand for small computers.

5.

Although I don't have many things,

But I still don't feel poor.

Why on earth is this?

And then what? I enjoy a healthy life.

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Years old,

This is really hard to get.

However, this is not just

I feel this way because I haven't had any serious illness.

The important thing is that I have been full of energy.

Have spirit.

For me, exercise is really a pleasure. I look forward to the energetic long-distance running.

and

I also like the "I can do it" attitude that can be cultivated in this kind of exercise.

6.

I also cherish the gift of creativity.

Whenever I write a beautiful poem,

Or a novel

A joke made everyone laugh,

I feel very rich inside.

I am often surprised.

I am glad to find that my insight has become more acute in my writing bit by bit.

understand

Talking with interesting writers and friends is the source of my happiness.

7.

But there is a very important area in my life where I am not rich.

In such a matter.

I feel out of place in a sex-crazed society.

8.

When I was young,

I dated a rare and interesting lady.

She told me it was for her.

The most important thing is a person's inner quality.

I took it for granted that I had found one.

A unique woman who can accompany me all my life.

So I showed her my apartment.

At that time I

Living in a small room with some old furniture.

The only new one,

Make people feel comfortable

The chair next to my desk fits well. Soon after she came, our relationship broke down.

(We broke up)

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The sudden change she seemed to value was shocking. this matter

It has always been the most unforgettable turning point in my life journey.

10.

Material matters are not so important to me as interpersonal relationships. I think most people have something to do with

I hold the same view-only there will be a certain society, because there is no specific one.

Outside the fruit. There is a radio advertisement that begins like this:

"Everyone wants to own one.

High end TV set

...

"The pressure to buy is real. This may be true-everyone.

Everyone wants a high-end TV set. After all, no one wants to be insignificant.

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But I'm happy without it. Actually, don't care too much about material things.

My life gives me a good feeling.

Many people in the world will think that my lifestyle is very rich.

abundant

12.

At the end of that year,

When I put on the red apron of the Salvation Army,

My heart has changed.

Not only did I not feel uncomfortable financially,

On the contrary, I feel a real sense of belonging.

Feeling.

When I rang the bell in my hand,

People stopped to share their experiences with me.

A personal story of wanting help from others in difficult times.

Between people.

Help me feel closely connected with this society.

When I rang the doorbell,

I have a lot.

Strangers buy me chocolates,

Give me a lasting smile.

Countless people passed by.

Their good wishes make me feel warm in this cold season:

"Thank you for being so cold.

Ring the bell on a cold day.

"

"Mind if I buy you a cup of coffee?"

"God will because of your kindness.

Bless you.

"

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June is the time when I feel richest in a year.

13.

Over the past four years, I have gradually become interested in the questions raised by that curious little boy.

Know yourself better.

After I have carefully considered what poverty is,

What I am most grateful for is in my mind.

It became particularly clear: all my tangible and intangible wealth.