I met an older guy around 6 am who seemed lost, confused. He was looking for an open coffeeshop.
I walked him to the closest one opening soon. A retired humantities prof at Harold Washington.
It was fine until I sd I had to go. Then he insisted he wanted to follow me. No.
I am too nice sometimes.
Feb 2, 2026 12:51We talked about philosophers, teaching, and cochlear implants (he was partially deaf). It was a pleasant conversation on the walk until I had to leave to work. I kept saying, NO do not follow me. He kept saying he would follow me and would not take NO for an answer.
I walk fast and kept walking.
