We know a family of six, mom, dad and four kids, who found themselves in a difficult place this year. Late last summer, the husband/father lost a good-paying job that he had had for 18 years. Since that time they have lost their home, one of their cars, their cell phones, and the two boys had to drop out of their sports activities. The family is currently living in two rooms at a relative’s home. As you can imagine, things are bleak this holiday season.

When we met, they could not believe that the money was real, that this was really happening. Lots of tears and emotions and excitement that they will be able to get some groceries and things to put under the tree. They kept asking who does this and why; they were just stunned. They kept saying thank you and “Please tell the man that does this thank you, thank you, thank you…”