Hot Burritos Warm My Heart

--by sistaginportland, posted Jun 8, 2011

The company I work for actually pay my public transportation costs on a yearly basis. Because of this I travel to work every day on the MAX train which goes through the downtown area of the city, so I get to see homeless men, women and sometimes children sleeping in doorways along the way.

My heart just aches for these people and I knew I couldn't keep looking away - but I didn't know what I could do that would make any difference.

'Well,' I thought, 'I can cook!' So I started making piping hot burritos and giving them out!

My income is not great and I can't afford to do it every day but most weeks I will pass out about two dozen burritos. The men and women are so appreciative and always say "Thank you" or "God bless you." And their words do bless me!

And now there is a co-worker who brings me tortillas and cheese to help with my efforts!

It warms my heart when people help like that because it shows me that other people have a heart for these souls on the streets.

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Posted by sistaginportland
Jun 8, 2011
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FairyBubbles wrote: You are truly beautiful and inspiring to me. Thank you for your story.

unknown wrote: Here's a pied piper who attracts her coworkers at one end and the unfortunate souls at the other end ... Guess what, she bridges them with a smile across to all ... that's you ... Fabulous Gloria !!! Go for it :):) Deeper ...

Glowworm wrote: Way to spread the love! God bless. ~Glowworm

Aurelia wrote: This is truly terrific!!!! I am so happy to hear this. Many would think of helping by making food, but no many would follow through. I am proud of you for following your heart. Now people are being blessed with much needed nourishment and you also go others to participate!!! Thanks for sharing :0) SMILE ~Aurelia

unknown wrote: what a blessing! (both the story and the gift of food you give the homeless) I am from Portland, so I know the area of which you speak.....so I know what a ray of kindness and caring your gift is to the people there! Blessings upon you.

passion8 wrote: You are so kind!!!
Be blessed more ;)

1golddragonfly wrote: Thank you for sharing your story of sharing and taking care of others in need! Your generosity is an inspiration to us all. *hugs*

moral12 wrote: Kudos to you! You are making a difference in people's lives, i'm sure.

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