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<p>Just a regular everyday American who believes that kindness can change the world.</p> 
<p>Judging by the videos and postings I've seen plastered all over Social media...I have hope. Regular, everyday people are mobilizing, along withe the trained teams from various non-profits, law enforcement and rescue workers to save lives and protect those in need.</p> 
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<p>As I shared in the video, I believe the FIRST thing we must do is to be EDUCATED on the best ways to help, and what items and services people actually need.</p> 
<p>There have been countless disasters over the years after which there are mountainous piles of CRAP which have had to be either bulldozed or burned. I've read the articles about this, believe me. </p> 
<p>The topic that made me shake my head most was the collection of ripped and inappropriate clothing donated for the victims of the earthquakes in Haiti several years ago...</p> 
<p>...a jockstrap and a flimsy negligee, REALLY?</p> 
<p>We also need to understand WHO is actually doing all the work in trenches, and learn how we can help THEM.</p> 
<p>If you are unable to donate money, perhaps there is something you can do LOCALLY to get in on the giving (it's a great feeling, believe me).</p> 
<p>At this time, it is so easy to begin pointing fingers at those who are being criticized for the appearance of 'NOT' helping (social media pretty much crucified Joel Osteen, whether or not he deserved it). I'll admit, I took a couple cheap shots before I decided to change my focus to the more POSITIVE things that I could be focusing on (big thanks to my friends who nudged me, even the ones who gave me a SMACK).</p> 
<p>So...what can YOU do to help our friends and family?</p> 
<p>By 'family', I mean AMERICANS.</p> 
<p>This is our country, and these are our neighbors.</p> 
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