Stories of Kindness from Around the World

Don't Wait To Win The Lottery


--by annjav, posted Jul 25, 2013
Like three million other knitters and crocheters I am a member of the website Ravelry. This is a resource for patterns, news of events, and for people to link up and share interests.
 
One of the groups I found there provide sweaters, caps, booties, mittens, and blankets for new-born babies as they prepare to go home from the hospital.
 
This led me to reading about the living conditions and the poverty that particular area, which in turn made me wish that somebody who is wealthy would situate something there that would provide employment and hope.
 
Then it dawned on me that I have a workroom full of raw materials for baby quilts, and other useful things. The Bible encourages us to be good stewards of the blessings we have. I don't need to win the lottery to help (especially since I never buy a lottery ticket.)
 
I'll do my bit, but if you win the lottery ... help somebody. Just sayin'!
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Readers Comments

moral12 wrote: I, too, love hand-made things, especially knitted and crocheted ones. Keep up the good work!
starryskies wrote: Thank you for your kind heart! You're an inspiration. :)
Rash wrote: thanks for inspiring story sharing. people like you make this world better place to live!!
denisemj wrote: What a Wonderful way to help those in need! Thank You for caring! Smiles :):)
bluebell wrote: The love you put in everything you do is priceless :-)
Dobby wrote: A lottery is never a sure thing, but right in your own home is a sure thing that can help another. We often don't realize the talents we've been given that can do the Lord's work. Happy knitting!
jsmc10 wrote: It's such a great thing to use the skills we have for charities :) I knit and crochet too :)
Mish wrote: I crochet too (only baby blankets & scarves as easy & don't need follow directions so more relaxing for me :))). Will check out this website! Thank you for what you do in helping others!
MakeSomeoneSmile wrote: I hear people all the time say they will help others if they win the lottery. There are so many little everyday opportunities to make a difference that we should not miss them. Making time for them makes all the difference.

But since I do occasionally play the lottery I promise I will indeed help many! :) Thanks for helping and sharing it with others who might be able to help in a similar way. No matter what, it all makes a difference! :)
FairyBubbles wrote: I love hand knitted clothes - they feel so comforting. I am just imagining all the little ones who will feel comfort from the things you make.

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