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YellowLioness · 12-23-2004, 03:54 PM

As the temperatures drops, life becomes even more difficult for the homless and needy families. I know that it's very close to the holiday, and that things are hectic for everyone preparing for the visitation of relatives, traveling out of town, etc. But, it's important that we not lose sight of the generosity/caring for our fellow man that makes America great.

I'd like to provide some tips given to me by some of the lawyers in my office:

Clean out your closet-- most everyone will find things in their closet (including your children's closets) that have been out grown, or perhaps are just out dated. These include items such as shoes, jackets, or heavy winter coats.
--Sure, they're not what Britney Spears and Bit-Bit would wear this season, but many needy women, men, boys and girls would be greatful for the extra warmth. Don't forget to wash them before you drop them off.

Clean out the pantry while doing your Christmas cooking-- again, most everyone will find a random assortment of canned/ dry goods that have just been sitting there taking up space. Consider especially items such as beans, rice, or canned meats.
--Take that extra can of creamed corn to your local mission to help feed those who can't afford to feed themselves.

Old toy boxes-- for those of you with grown or growing children, there are likely toys that are still in decent shape for a needy boy or girl to play with. Make sure you wash them first before dropping them off, of course.

As hectic as events get in this holiday season, just remember to be thankful for the family, friends, gifts, etc that make them hectic.

12-23-2004, 03:54 PM	#1 (permalink)
YellowLioness Regular Contributer Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 173	Don't forget the homeless/needy As the temperatures drops, life becomes even more difficult for the homless and needy families. I know that it's very close to the holiday, and that things are hectic for everyone preparing for the visitation of relatives, traveling out of town, etc. But, it's important that we not lose sight of the generosity/caring for our fellow man that makes America great. I'd like to provide some tips given to me by some of the lawyers in my office: Clean out your closet-- most everyone will find things in their closet (including your children's closets) that have been out grown, or perhaps are just out dated. These include items such as shoes, jackets, or heavy winter coats. --Sure, they're not what Britney Spears and Bit-Bit would wear this season, but many needy women, men, boys and girls would be greatful for the extra warmth. Don't forget to wash them before you drop them off. Clean out the pantry while doing your Christmas cooking-- again, most everyone will find a random assortment of canned/ dry goods that have just been sitting there taking up space. Consider especially items such as beans, rice, or canned meats. --Take that extra can of creamed corn to your local mission to help feed those who can't afford to feed themselves. Old toy boxes-- for those of you with grown or growing children, there are likely toys that are still in decent shape for a needy boy or girl to play with. Make sure you wash them first before dropping them off, of course. As hectic as events get in this holiday season, just remember to be thankful for the family, friends, gifts, etc that make them hectic.