Giving the gift of hope
Today I was blessed and surprised by "12 Ordinary Women" group who gave me all kinds of home cooked meals, groceries, gift cards even dog treats! I feel really humble that they chose me to share their christian love. I am very grateful to you ladies, who ever you are. May the Lord bless you many times more!
CW
The gift u sent my family will help us have an awesome spring break.
Thanks,
S
In Orlando/Winter Park: Today your Grace came to visit me. Your Grace and arms of 12 kept me afloat this afternoon ...an early rain storm allowed me to leave work to physically pack & clean out our home. I was unprepared for the harder work which was walking into our loss, seeing it, feeling it and embracing our Savior in it. I know it had to be done but only by God's hand in the weather would I have left work early and with me was your much needed Grace. Thank you for being His Grace tangibly with arms and finances to hold me and tell me, "I am not alone; Jesus is with me".
Thank you for extending much needed Grace to I and our children today.
With all my heart,
A R
I have just received a visit and prayer from Cheryl from the Nashville Area chapter of Ordinary Women. Thank you so much for blessing me! I have had a series of challenges over the past several years, not the least of which is making ends meet. Your gift, your blessing serves to help me meet my bills, have food to eat, and continue to search for a career position. I cannot thank you women enough but I pray that God Blesses each of you and Ordinary Women. You are examples of God's Love! Thank You!
CL
I live in Newburgh, Indiana and received a visit from 3 wonderful women that I did not know on Tuesday evening. On January 2 my 19 year old son, Sam Featherstone, died after battling brain cancer for over 3 years. To say the last 2 months have been dififcult would be a major understatement. He never leaves my mind. Unfortunately the thoughts that dominate my mind right now are of his decline in the final 2 months of his life. He became paralyzed and then slowly lost the ability to see, speak, and swallow. He wasted away before my eyes.
I know everyone thinks they have the perfect kid, but I really did have the perfect son. He was always a straight A student and well liked by everyone. He was so thankful for his family and always thanked us when we did the smallest thing for him. Despite missing a lot of school during his treatments, he still managed to graduate on time as a valedictorian. He received a full scholarship to college and had already been pre-admitted to Indiana University's School of Medicine. When he learned in October that his cancer had returned, he knew he was not going to be able to help cure cancer as a doctor so he dedicated the final 2 months of his life to raising awareness and money for pediatric brain cancer research.
I miss Sam so much it hurts. I just have an ache in my heart. I was having a bad day on Tuesday so the ladies picked the perfect day to come over and deliver a gift of a weekend at West Baden and French Lick Resort. We have not been to French Lick for over 10 years so it will make for a very pleasant get away. It will be good to just getaway and hopefully find some peace for a short time.
I was so moved by the annonymous nature of the gift from 12 Ordinary Women. You truly are giving for the true joy of helping others without any thought of being recognized.
Thank you for thinking of us and helping me through this rough time.
Gratefully,
Tammy
HELLO-THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH FOR YOUR GENEROUS, CARING GESTURE! I WAS SO SURPRISED WHEN SOMEONE WALKED INTO THE BLACKLION WHERE I WORK ON THE WEEKENDS WITH THE BEAUTIFUL GIFTBAG FOR ME. YOU HAVE NO IDEA HOW MUCH I APPRECIATED RECEIVING THE TRADER JOE'S GIFT CARD ALONG WITH THE PRETTY BRACELET AND ANGEL NOTECARD. YOUR TIMING WAS IMPECCABLE, AS I WAS PLANNING ON SHOPPING THERE RIGHT AFTER WORK. I WENT BACK AGAIN SATURDAY AND FINISHED OFF THE CARD. YOUR KINDNESS TRULY TOUCHED ME AND WHEN I SHOWED EVERYTHING TO CHRISTOPHER THE NEXT DAY, HE EVEN GOT TEARY-EYED. I NEVER IMAGINED THAT I WOULD BE IN THIS SITUATION, BUT HERE I AM DUE TO BUSINESS DECISIONS AND PERSONAL CHOICES THAT I'VE MADE. IT WON'T BE FOREVER, THOUGH, AND WHEN MY FINANCES IMPROVE, I WILL DEFINITELY PAY YOUR KINDNESS FORWARD. IT IS SO ADMIRABLE OF YOU TO REACH OUT TO GIVE OTHER WOMEN HOPE AND TO LET THEM KNOW THAT OTHERS CARE ABOUT THEM. JUST THAT MORNING, I SAT LOOKING AT THE SNOWFLAKES FALLING AND ASKED GOD, "WHERE ARE YOU, MY FATHER IN HEAVEN?" THEN NOT MORE THAN FIVE HOURS LATER, THE GIFT APPEARED. YOU REALLY ARE ANGELS. THANK YOU VERY MUCH!
SINCERELY, R
I received a knock on the door this past weekend from the 12 Ordinary Women group of Elizabethtown, Ky. On this exact morning, I had prayed to God that I trusted him to take care of our family during this very difficult time. Our 16 year old daughter has been very ill for months. This has caused such an emotional and financial strain on our family. I was greeted at the door by a lady with a gift in hand stating that their group was praying for our family. This was an angel God sent to me just when we needed it the most. I can not thank you enough or express our heartfelt gratitude. May God bless you for your thoughtfulness and kindness!!!
A C and family
I don't know who you are but wanted to say Thank You, Thank You! What a huge blessing! I lost my job on Feb 23rd and being a single mom I am scared and really praying for direction. I was shocked to come home to this envelope in my mailbox that same week.
What a HUGE Blessing!
Thank You
Thank You
Joy
I received a phone call from my sister this evening who it going through a difficult time in her life. She lives in Franklin, TN. She was visited by two wonderful women today. She received more than a card and a gift. What she received was the gift of love and hope, and more than that the overhelming presence of God. Thank you for visiting her and the many other women you visit and pray for.
BP from Maine
I have no idea who these two ladies were that came into my office today,, Such kind and sming faces. With a card and gift. Instantly I felt the need to hug these two ladies (angels). I didn't open the card or gift until after they left. I finished up what I was doing at the time. When I read the card & the gift fell out, I began to cry, than the necklace with hope on it, the tears flowed harder... I don't know how or if they knew about my situation. Such kindness from complete strangers is a joy that is so rare these days.... My heart is full of gradituite. To know that there are woman out there (who don't even know me) that care and love me as God does (besides family & close friends) is so powerful, Thank you so much, you have given me hope, strength and love.. there is a light at the end of my tunnel,,,, God Bless you all !!!! God has a special place for woman like you... You have moved me in ways that I can not express fully... With much love and gratitude I say Thank You from the bottom of my heart!
RS
