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Acts of Kindness Giving What People Need

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Real Estate Agent with HomeStarr Realty RS143922A

 

I have always worked hard for what I have. Every few months, I go through my belongings in my closet. I look at my clothes. I have not worn them for a season. I put them in the bag. Remember, I live in an area where we have four seasons. It doesn't matter if it was expensive. Some may still have tags or have only been worn once. It goes in the bag to Green Drop, which donates it to worthy causes. I always have a large trash bag full of nice clothes. 

There have been times that I have also taken to senior living centers where some people do not have family that visits. Sadly, they do not even have clothes to wear, and they depend on the charity of others. It makes me sad to see some older people sitting in wheelchairs outside their rooms slumped over. They are dressed in mismatched clothing. The help who works there tells me their family hardly ever comes to visit. Some never come to visit.   

Some people put their clothing on Facebook or other sites and sell it. You can make money. Women who do this do not need the money but do it anyway. They use the money to go out to lunch or buy more clothes.  

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It makes me feel good that someone will get my clothes who needs them. 

This is a simple act of kindness that Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist, asked me to write about

 

 

 

 

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Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Hello Hannah - following your AR posts over the years, I know you have a keen eye for shopping.   I am sure your generosity in donating continues to benefit the organizations and so many people.

Dec 23, 2023 08:05 PM
Hannah Williams

Michael Jacobs Thank you for your kind comment it means so much to me Happy Holiday 

Dec 26, 2023 10:21 AM
Laura Cerrano
Feng Shui Manhattan Long Island - Locust Valley, NY
Certified Feng Shui Expert, Speaker & Researcher

They probably think of giving people what they need, especially during this particular time of year, but it should really be about that more often, I think.

Dec 23, 2023 11:26 PM
Hannah Williams

Hi, Laura Cerrano, I do this all year around. I also buy at second-hand stores to help people in need, especially the ones I know that employ those in circumstances that help others 

Dec 26, 2023 10:25 AM
Dennis Neal
Exp Realty of Southern California, Inc. - Big Bear Lake, CA
Your Home Sold in 21 Days or We Sell It For Free

Thank you for sharing, and I hope you and your family have a joyful holiday!

Dec 23, 2023 11:49 PM
Hannah Williams

That you you also Dennis Neal 

Dec 26, 2023 10:26 AM
Kat Palmiotti
eXp Commercial, Referral Divison - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

I'm sure there are people who love getting your nice clothing!

Dec 24, 2023 04:30 AM
Hannah Williams

Kat Palmiotti I hope so and hope you are having a Happy Holiday 

Dec 26, 2023 10:27 AM
Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Oswego, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

Good morning Hannah. Nice gesture. Since we have been downsizing for some time now, our closets are close to containing only those things we regularly wear. The rest, some with tags still attached are being worn by someone else. The best was a friend who volunteered at a soup kitchen. I gave hime a pair of size 13EE shoes for a donation and he found them a home walking in to help one evening. Enjoy your day.

Dec 24, 2023 05:08 AM
Hannah Williams

Wayne Martin Oh you are a sweet man indeed - Happy holiday 

Dec 26, 2023 10:28 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker

Good morning, Hannah... this is kindness times 100! Maybe even times 1000! There is so much need out there and that fact makes me sad. Knowing that there are people like yourself who are helping alleviate the need does my heart good.

Dec 24, 2023 06:00 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker

Hannah Williams indeed!

Dec 26, 2023 10:31 AM
Hannah Williams

Nina Hollander, Broker  : We all do our part in our small way - Merry Christmas 

Dec 26, 2023 10:29 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Good morning Hannah,

Many people will love receiving your clothing! A wonderful act of kindness.

Dec 24, 2023 06:14 AM
Hannah Williams

Dorie Dillard Austin TX - everyone does their part in our small way. Merry Christmas 

Dec 26, 2023 10:30 AM
Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400
The Top Team @ Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803 - Plainview, NY
Long Island Condo and Home Specialists
 Hannah, There is a considerable amount of need and that reality saddens me. Being aware that there are individuals like yourself who are actively working to alleviate these needs warms my heart. We've visited senior living facilities and have also noticed mismatched clothing and have also donated.
Dec 24, 2023 07:01 AM
Hannah Williams

Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400  It is sad when you see how lonely some people are but it makes me happy Sheila that you also donate too Merry Christmas 

Dec 26, 2023 10:33 AM
Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist
KD Realty - 408.972.1822 - San Jose, CA
Probate Real Estate Services

Like you, Miss Hannah Williams I donate clothes and other household items so that people who need them, can have them and use them.  It does feel good. 

The good you are doing is helping so many people who otherwise would not be able to afford the clothes you donate. 

I know that senior living center experience well.  So sad that so many are alone in the final days.  

Dec 24, 2023 07:52 AM
Hannah Williams

It is sad, Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist, that so many are forgotten. Many are remembered, but for those who are not, someone cares - Merry Christmas. 

Dec 26, 2023 10:37 AM
Will Hamm
Hamm Homes - Aurora, CO
"Where There's a Will, There's a Way!"

Hello Hannah and you are special for doing this.  I need to go through one of my closets and do the same think.  Hope Santa is good to you.

 

Dec 24, 2023 09:18 AM
Hannah Williams

Will Hamm I don't want to be thought of as special because there is so much more I could do. It is a small act of kindness. Wishing you and your family a very special Christmas Holiday  

Dec 26, 2023 10:41 AM
Joyce M. Marsh
Luxury Home Couture - Daytona Beach, FL
Joyce Marsh Homes & Design

That’s a wonderful kind gesture that is most appreciated.  All the best to you in the coming year. May you be blessed generously so you can continue to bless others.

Dec 24, 2023 09:51 AM
Hannah Williams

Thank you Joyce Marsh, But there is so much more that I should do. Happy Holidays 

Dec 26, 2023 10:44 AM
George Souto
George Souto NMLS #65149 - Middletown, CT
Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Hannah this is a very good idea, and I should consider doing the same.

Dec 24, 2023 10:33 AM
Hannah Williams

George Souto, It is easy and appreciated.  Merry Christmas to you and your Family 

Dec 26, 2023 10:45 AM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Thanks for sharing your giving traditions. Dolores has a couple of bags full of clothes to donate.

Merry Christmas!

Dec 24, 2023 11:28 AM
Hannah Williams

Roy Kelley  It is something that is always needed - Merry Christmas 

Dec 26, 2023 10:46 AM
Brian England
Ambrose Realty Management LLC - Gilbert, AZ
MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ

I love that, such a wonderful thing you do each and every year!  Being kind to others is a great way to live life!  Merry Christmas!

Dec 25, 2023 05:32 AM
Hannah Williams

Ho Ho Ho Brian England Merry Christmas 

Dec 26, 2023 10:48 AM
Bob Crane
Woodland Management Service / Woodland Real Estate, KW Diversified - Stevens Point, WI
Forestland Experts! 715-204-9671

Merry Christmas Hannah,

Wishing you and your loved ones many blessings this Christmas!

Bob

 

Dec 25, 2023 01:37 PM
Hannah Williams

Thank You Bob Crane may you and yours enjoy the spirit of Christmas 

Dec 26, 2023 10:49 AM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Retired Home Stager/Redesign

Hi Hannah- I love what you do. When I clean out my closet and want to hold on to something I no longer wear, I remind myself of the people who could use what I have. 

Dec 30, 2023 06:50 PM
Dr. Paula McDonald
Beam & Branch Realty - Granbury, TX
Granbury, TX 936-203-0279

I love that you pass on to others as a way to bring joy and fulfill needs. Thank you for this submission. Blessings to you in 2024.

Jan 02, 2024 06:25 AM
Gloria Todor
Premier Property Sales & Rentals - Springfield, PA
& Doug Durren (484) 431-3686 in SE PA

Hannah, That is wonderful that you do this on a regular basis and your donations are a true gift to others in need.  Yes senior care centers can be sad places when no family or friends visit.  Again your clothing adds brightness to those situations.  Happy New Year.

Jan 10, 2024 12:48 PM