2004-10-25 - 9:33 p.m.

i was walking home after yoga tonight. passing a homeless man with his set up. like a fish marking the this imaginary territory around him.

i walked by, looking him in the eyes and i saw this anxiety, mild aggitation fall away as he asked, "how are you tonight."

i said, "well, and how are you."

i noticed him bend him can of beer upon which he previously waved low behind him.

i felt his shame and humanity reveal itself in this.

"blessed. i'm blessed" he said.