[austlar1]

Mostly I ignore, but sometimes I am moved to give money. There is one poor soul with two large dogs living in some woods near my home. I see him from time to time, and I am impressed that he's managed to provide reasonable care to these big dogs for over two years now. The dogs are his constant companions. He may have a drug problem, but when I talk to him, I get the impression he is a very timid and sweet guy who has some chronic mental health issues. I always have five or ten bucks for him, usually once or twice a month. I have also given him dog sweaters during very cold weather. I will also sometimes give money to especially down and out looking older folks when I see them flying a sign at a busy traffic island. I don't care how they use the money, but it is clear to me that they can use it for something to make their life a bit more bearable.