Tara is a journalist. She has a story about a small bakery that gives free bread to students. It is a good story.
But she needs one thing: a quote from the baker. The baker is busy and does not answer her calls.
Tara is patient. She visits the bakery and waits until the last customer leaves. She is also considerate and does not push.
The baker sits down. "I do not want to be famous," he says. "I just want the children to eat."
Tara writes every word. She is a careful writer and diligent with her notes.
The story appears the next day. The phone rings all morning. The baker is surprised, but not angry. Tara is glad she waited.
A thought to keep
A story is only as strong as its facts.