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#44591 Kay-Lynn

I grew up in the Missouri Foster Care System and was adopted at the age of 16. I always new if it wasn't for the support system I had through my advocates team I wouldn't be where I am today. I new that I wanted to be an advocate for some one when I grew up and that is why I work for community action.

#37768 Laryssa

It was really hot outside today and there was a man riding his bike and had a sign that said he was hungry and broke. So we gave him some money and a cold bottle of water.

#82393 Trenda

#76562 Teresa

I am 58 years old. I have been couped up in my apartment pretty much since the schools went on spring break, March 13, 2020. I have two grown children, and a grandchild that have my heart, we just recently started being together again for our weeking family night, because of Covid 19 we have communicated but not been together. I am going to a late lunch today with my daughter and grandbaby, it will be my first time at a restaurant since all of this began. I am so happy to hopefully see the end of this. It was very lonely.

#66494 Lauren

#66494 Lauren

#88909 Lark

Jon spoke at our NSA group during our December holiday party. He did a great job presenting on speaking skills. Jon gave away two books, and I was fortunate enough to receive one. I told him how my 19 year old son had died by suicide just 11 months earlier and how I was writing a book about my journey through all the loss and grief. Jon's inspiring story about Nathan created a strong desire in me to speak to larger groups about the importance of suicide prevention. I realized my willingness to share my story could change the lives of many people.

#32635 Jacinda

I have worked as a DSP in an adult family home for almost 6 years now. During my first year, a woman started as the program supervisor and has been the best boss I’ve ever had, not to mention confidant and friend. Fast forward to today — I am now program supervisor and she is the area director for our company. Today, I received a card in the mail from her, handwritten, with this 7 of Hearts card in it.

#10204 Doug

The card was in the back of the book “Significance in Simple Moments.” After reading the book, I felt the need to pass on the 7of hearts to my friend since she was dealing with a difficult situation.

#77643 Dena

I work in a gift shop in a casino. Some guests are not so nice, intoxicated, rude, or in a hurry. This guest was really kind & gave me his 7 of hearts card. This type of guest makes our night! I've been home for weeks, waiting for the quarantine to be over. I found the card while cleaning up, completely forgot about it! Nice surprise.