Simplify the following text for a Grade 8 native English-speaking person.
Original: After colliding with Robinson at first base on one occasion , Greenberg whispered a few words into Robinson 's ear , which Robinson later characterized as `` words of encouragement . ''
Simplified: After colliding with Robinson at first base on one occasion , Greenberg whispered a few words into Robinson 's ear . Robinson later said they were `` words of encouragement . ''