11/18 Minneapolis thank you

You really should be called "12 Extraordinary Women." But I figure that you don't really need that title. You do what you do because that's who you are.

It was a huge surprise to have someone at my door last Sunday morning (I think). I'm the one who tries to honor others with what they might want/need. I'm moving slower now with a shoulder replacement, and don't know if I'll get to my gift giving. I do it in honor of my daughter Maria, who died 3 years ago. Sigh.

I'm a caregiver to the 3 guys who live in my house - a husband paralyzed on the left from a stroke and 2 grandsons, who both have issues and need extra services. To be honest with you, they think of me as being the Grande Dame and don't offer much to me during my recuperation. If only I appeared weaker to them...

Even though I have a lot going for me - I can hardly believe that I'm saying this - I really loved being singled out and recognized. I still teach part-time in Minneapolis Public Schools. I'm 72 years old, and love it! I work with babies who are blind/low vision. My work continues to give me hope, which I know is your mission. Work saves my soul.

I have not had any respite in a long time. I hope to use your gift for an airline ticket to somewhere (I have friends and family out of state) to get a break. And who doesn't like nice things - socks, soaps, chocolate, etc?

You made my day, week, month...

Thanks and PEACE to all of you.

Kathy