Before I went to drop off clothes this morning, I found unused cosmetics (mostly gifts with purchase) and travel sized deoderant, tooth paste, a tooth brush, and a razor. All these things were free, but I don't travel so I won't use them. I also included 2 books-365 Day Brighteners and Finding Hope When Life's Not Fair. I thought people might like these things!
When I got to the Tae Kwon Do place that is collecting, no one was there! So I called the number on the door and talked to a man. He laughed and said the response has been pretty overwhelming. They have had to close up a few times to be able to move donations out. He thanked me several times for bringing clothes! I felt humbled because all I did was gather up a few things and drive them over. This local business went above and beyond to help out. Most people want to help when tragedy strikes, but we don't know what to do. I didn't know anyone personally who lost their home in the tornadoes. Having someone who was willing to coordinate and do the real work will mean the world to those hurting people.
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