Sometimes when getting free stuff, or getting paid by the store to take the stuff, I get carried away. Like Chex Mix. We like Chex Mix and eat it, even more enjoyable when it’s free. But at a certain point, enough is enough.
DONATE!
Food banks are really hurting right now. With the economy the way it is, demand is high and donations are low. Maybe you got too much free something. Maybe you used a freebie offer to try something new and you don’t like it. Whatever the reason, please take a few minutes out of your day and drop it off at the food bank. I go to the one in Kennett, directions and hours are here. It’s down by the high school and sits back from the road in a very non-descript building.
Have extra toothpaste? If you’ve been doing this even for a few weeks, chances are you have too much toothpaste. A few places I donate my health/beauty items:
Churches and VFWs/American Legions often send packages to troops.
Planned Parenthood or local WIC office
Ask your hairdresser if their salon participates in helping domestic violence shelters–many do. Most domestic violence shelters do not publish their addresses for security reasons.
Ask your school nurse or school counselor if they have a family in need–you’d be surprised how many needy people are right in your neighborhood.
Whatever you do–don’t throw it away. Getting free stuff is fun, but giving to those who need it is even more satisfying.
OH WHOA IS ME…I am feeling your chex mix pain Lisa! A good idea is to put them in baggies with melted chocolate and give them a shake shake shake. Leave it on wax paper to cool and put it in pretty containers for christmas gifts. Of COURSE donating is a great thing as well!!
Excellent blog!
Amanda