DailyGood: Packing Lunch with Love

The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others. --Mahatma Gandhi Inspiration of the Day: For years, Marcia Merrick began her day making lunches for her two children. Her kids are grown up now, but Ms. Merrick still makes lunches every morning - 400 of them. Each decorated paper bag contains a peanut butter-and-jelly sandwich or a bean burrito, chips, fruit, and two homemade cookies. She also includes a note of encouragement - and then distributes them to the homeless of Kansas City, Missouri. For Merrick, it's not just about feeding and clothing the homeless. "Really, the food and clothing I give them is just a way to get into their hearts," she says. "A lot of them want to change, but they don't have ... the knowledge and the emotional support to do that."  [ more ] Be The Change: Share lunch with someone who seems to be struggling. Offer your support in whatever way you can. Share A Reflection! tell a friend | archives | unsubscribe a service of CharityFocus 109968 subscribers Rate: