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Originally Posted by Linden
This is a truly lovely idea. There are very, very few homeless people in Germany and I'll resist making a comment about the state of things in my native country. But I'll think of something. Do you ever see the man who told you about this program? I hope he's doing well, too.
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It is sad that there are people that are homeless or even have homes but can't afford food. I had a former co-worker who was close to losing his house and requested some food for himself and his dog. It is all very sad. It is just a snowball effect from institutions and hospitals closing.
I try to give to the food bank every year during the radio's stations drive as it is held a couple blocks from my house so it is on the way home.
Funny story I didn't tell anyone at work that I was doing this but one of the lady's heard it on the radio as well as twitter and facebook that I challenged listeners who lost weight to do the same. Apparently that got the ball really rolling. She came up and said was that you? and I didn't know what she was talking about.... of course I didn't think anyone from work was listening.. She gave me a big hug and now they are writing up something for their agency's newsletter. I have great co workers and they make working here enjoyable.
My friend that started the movement in our office is off on paternity leave. He was such an inspiration, a lot of us started because of him. I am truly thankful for him showing us the way. Him and his wife are going to be starting up with IP as soon as his wife gets the go ahead from her doctor. He wants to lose a few more pounds and would like to do that with his wife.
Thank you all for helping out in this challenge. Those of you that don't have food banks where you live (are truly blessed if there is no need) please donate to any cause that needs help.