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Uplifting Giving

"Blessed are the givers, thankful are the receivers" is an inscription I saw on a greeting card awhile ago. That message describes how I feel these days. If you read my previous post you are aware of the endeavor of my dear friend to raise funds for me so I may obtain equipment I need for safety and independence. I am deeply touched because people have been very kind and generous to give gifts which will greatly help to get the Surehands ceilong track lift system. I am pleased to report that I have almost one third of the sum required. While I am incredibly grateful for thoughtfulness of those who have contributed to my access project, I feel guilty when I think of the enormous struggles others face. Just today, for example, I watched a program on TV about the crisis of hunger in America explaining that multitudes of children and families lack sufficient food. This show also offerred suggestions of ways to assist those in need. Here is a link to  the challenge...