Letters to Strangers

a salute to those who leave a mark

Dear Shopper Who Just Lost a Wallet,

You’re unusually dapper for a grocery run, one reason I keep stealing glances at you. That’s why I’m the first to notice (after you!) that your wallet isn’t in your pocket when you reach for it.

You look around, check your pocket(s) again, look around some more, and check those pockets again. I share your panic as you find a store employee to pause your transaction.

I’ve been there. I’ve stashed my whole life -- in my purse -- on computer drives that weren’t backed up. I’ve lost that purse, and in the five minutes it took to find it my heart almost exploded with fear.

I wouldn’t wish that feeling on anyone.

xoxo

The Woman Who’s Taking Far Fewer Chances These Days