Beggers can't be choosers? Or can they?

The sandwich I made this morning to take to work came back in the same back - untouched. While on my way home, I was thinking to myself, I should eat it as soon as I get home or on the way, although there was food waiting at home. I also had an orange with me.

While on my way back, I came across this couple, who were seated by the roadside. They looked dirty, the woman was lying on the mans' lap, and he had this exhausted look on his face. I thought, hey, they look like they could use some food. I did step back for a bit to think if they might find it offensive if I were to offer them food. I looked at the man for a 2nd thought...

He took out his hand, gesturing as if feeding something to his mouth - standard begging for food gesture. This couple looked awfully familiar, I have seen them begging before in Bangsar as well!!

Anyway, I didn't think twice. I walked towards him and handed over the bread and orange. To my shock, he refused the orange and said that he'll just take the bread. He said that they both don't eat oranges. Okay, fine... I took back the orange and walked away. Not even a thank you from him but I was satisfied. My sandwich will be eaten after all.. The orange - can wait ;)

But this is not the first time someone less fortunate has refused help. I remember some time back, this beggar who wanted money refused to accept the coins of 30 or 50 cents anymore. I guess with the current economic turmoil and price hike in all areas, this happens to be one of it...