Humbled in Elk River, MN

I was in my office last week making a phone call to arrange a doctors appointment for my boys so they can go to Camp Kesem, a camp for kids that have a parent with cancer. I was frustrated, as I couldn't get into my primary clinic until well after the camp, so I was desperately trying to search for a doctor that would see them and sign off on their camp permission slip. Finally working things out, I decided I needed to go to Target and relax. When I stepped out of my office, there was a woman waiting for me and she asked for a moment of my time. She had a gift bag and she just asked me to open it. Other people were gathering around. She said she was one of 12 ordinary women that go around and provide support to people who are experiencing hard times. She had heard about me and wanted to provide our family with some love and comfort. She provided us with a list of things to do in the Twin Cities and a generous amount of cash do get it done. I was in disbelief and shock, and honestly overwhelmed. Tears started flowing, people are SOOOOOO good. The amount of love I felt at that moment was so powerful and so overwhelming, it was amazing. Please know that your organization lifted my heart and eased my burden that day and it is something that I will NEVER forget. I already want to create my own group and start paying it forward!

Love,

Julie

Walker, MN Thank You


Thanks for the lovely flower bouquet! It was waiting for me when I returned from a family vacation. Now I need to do some more digging to find out about “12 Ordinary Women”!

With gratitude, Sandy

Coon Rapids, Minnesota Thank You

Thank you so much to 12 Ordinary Women of Coon Rapids, Minnesota for the surprise gifts and card of encouragement. This was a complete surprise and I was overwhelmed with emotion to know there are people who will give encouragement and hope to complete strangers. This lifted my spirit more than you can know. I cannot thank you enough and I will pay it forward by letting everyone know and trying to start a group.

I will never forget this kindness.Thank you! Thank you!

Janet

I don't think you can be called ‘Ordinary’

I can't tell you how much you brightened my day this morning. The money will pay for a chunk of my drugs, but more importantly just the thought that you are out there makes me smile. I don't think you can be called ‘Ordinary’, you must each be very special in your own way. I can never really repay you for what you did, but please know you brought me peace during a tough time and put a smile on my face. Thank you!

Claudia.

God is alive and well.

I was overwhelmed with so much love when God's messenger came to my door during my husbands illness. Thank you so much for the hope and confirmation that God is alive and well and working overtime. I am reminded that God is in control every day and wins at any spiritual warfare Satan throws my way when I lean on Him. I continue to learn that God will never leave me or forsake me. I shared with many how this group blessed me by showing them the card to read for themselves. My husband brain and heart continues to heal. He survived 6 cardiac arrests and a severe head injury in a week. He truly is a miracle of God. His recovery is beyond what was ever expected. We have been on an interesting journey to say the least.

I can't thank you enough, Collette

Far North Dallas Thank You

Thank you for your visit today . I truly enjoyed you'll spirit. Thanks for your Blessing ! It was greatly appreciated. Words cannot express how much this meant to me . Far North Dallas Chapter May God continue to Bless you 12 ordinary ladies as you bless others. Thanks again Lula

Elizabethtown KY thank you

I live in Elizabethtown, KY. Today I received a wonderful and most needed and appreciated gift from your group. I had a recent surgery and things have been somewhat tough to handle on a single income. Thank you from the bottom of my heart and I promise to pay it forward to someone in need once I am back on my feet. Blessings to all of you for what you do.

Minnetonka, MN thank you.

My family was the stunned recipient of an incredible basket of treats, toys, gift cards, and cash the first week of July in Minnetonka, MN. As with many other recipients whose notes I read on the blog, 'thank you' just doesn't really seem to cut it, but I'm at a loss for better words. My family has had a difficult time over the past few months as my husband has been recovering from a devastating knee injury. With 3 boys ages 6, 3, and 3, our life is chaotic enough when we are running on all cylinders. Having my co-parent taken completely out of the game has pushed me so far beyond what I thought I was capable of many, many times over the past few months. It's just been really difficult, and this surprise of whopping generosity was just such an incredible blessing for my family. We THANK YOU, we are so GRATEFUL, and we will PAY IT FORWARD. :-)

- Liz in MN

Thank You – Bloomington, M

Ordinary women? I don't think so. Extraordinary, yes. Ordinary, no. The last six months have been unbelievably difficult. Since December, 2015, I have had very little income, if any at all. My daughter has spent most of the first half of the year in the hospital in ICU. January and February, she was gravely ill and there were times when I was asked to stay at the hospital … just in case. I have never been so scared in my life. Jillayne and I have fought through every day for 25 years together. I am a single mom and have been the only source of support. And please don't get me wrong – we have a fabulous life together, but sometimes it feels like we are just trying to survive each day rather than live each day. And these last six or seven months we have done nothing but dig, scratch and pray to survive – physically, emotionally and financially. Over the past months, we have been overwhelmed by the kindness of others. And I guess that's what makes everything so much more meaningful. Jillayne and I are better givers than receivers, so it has been rather humbling for us. When I say that you are God's grace in an envelope, it couldn't be more true. To have that little bit of breathing room for just the basics was such a relief. But to have a few fun “extras” like a coffee treat and a book? When I say you have no idea … you have no idea. Jillayne and I are humbled. Jillayne and I are grateful. And once things settle and get back on track – Jillayne and I would love to be part of this group so we can pay it forward. Until you have been on the receiving end and felt that warmth and relief – you just don't know what a God-send that gift is. Thank you all so much from the bottom of our hearts!