history: I was leaving the grocery store today and some man flagged me down. I was scared at first to stop but then he hollered that I left my purse on top of the car. I couldn't believe that I done that. I had this guy flag me down today after leaving the store.  What did he want?  It's kinda scary when that happens_comma_ you never know what they want.
current: I was scared at first and then he hollered and pointed to the top of my car and I had left my purse on it. Boy, did my face get red. 
next: Well a good samaritan after all!  I'm sure you were embarrassed, but also glad that you didn't lose your purse!