To: DoughtyOne
The Salvation Army is the single best charity in America.
When I was deep in addiction and alcoholism, the United Way had no answers. The Red Cross wouldn't do anything but look crosseyed at me.
The Salvation Army housed me, clothed me, fed me, and all I had to do is follow their reasonable rules: No drinking or using, be in by 8 pm and out by 8 am, no stealing, look for a job.
6 posted on
03/17/2011 6:37:50 AM PDT by
Lazamataz
(The Democrat Party is Communist. The Republican Party is Socialist. The Tea Party is Capitalist.)
To: Lazamataz
Laz, that’s as compelling a testimony as I can imagine. The Salvation Army just went way up in my opinion. Congratulations on your recovery.
To: Lazamataz
Your tagline summarizes my opinion exactly. Kudos.
15 posted on
03/17/2011 6:42:39 AM PDT by
OB1kNOb
(It's good to know by removing the effects of food and fuel inflation, my paycheck won't suffer.../s)
To: Lazamataz
Thanks Lazamataz. I’m glad they were there for you. Your testimonial is much appreciated.
18 posted on
03/17/2011 6:43:15 AM PDT by
DoughtyOne
(The only thing higher than Obama's chin, is his ass facing West five times a day.)
To: Lazamataz
The Salvation Army has always been our family's favorite charity. When my parents arrived in New York Harbor on a cold November day, having escaped newly communist Czechoslovakia, they were greeted by the Salvation Army. Mom and Dad received their first cups of hot coffee in America from these wonderful people. They and their fellow passengers from war-devastated Europe were cold, seasick and scared. Being welcomed to their new home by the Salvation Army touched them deeply, and they've contributed ever since. I carry on the tradition with my own family.
Salvation Army employees are paid modestly, and overhead costs are kept very low. Sally is quick to get people on the ground in places where tragedy strikes, and they never ask for repayment for their aid. The Christmas bell ringers are often people who were lifted up from lives of misery, much as you've described. They do much good in this world.
To: Lazamataz
I just sent my contribution to The Salvation Army, in which I have total confidence. And that was before I learned we have them to thank for your continued presence with us ;-).
30 posted on
03/17/2011 7:03:09 AM PDT by
Tax-chick
(Nadie me ama como Jesus.)
To: Lazamataz
That’s awesome Laz! Congrats on getting those monkies off your back.
36 posted on
03/17/2011 7:11:33 AM PDT by
DooDahhhh
(hH)
To: Lazamataz; quesney
Thank you quesney for the thread, and Thank you Lord, for the Salvation Army.
Because it is hard to imagine FreeRepublic without Laz :)
Prayers for Japan.
Tatt
48 posted on
03/17/2011 7:35:49 AM PDT by
thesearethetimes...
("Courage, is fear that has said its prayers." DorothyBernard)
To: Lazamataz
Awesome, Laz. Highest regards to you.
78 posted on
03/17/2011 8:34:38 AM PDT by
unkus
To: Lazamataz
Wow. I've known you on FR for years and never knew you had those problems. Good for you for getting squared away and good for the
SALVATION ARMY.
Now, if only you could break your sex addiction. Har!
89 posted on
03/17/2011 8:54:50 AM PDT by
A Navy Vet
(An Oath Is Forever)
To: Lazamataz
The Salvation Army is the single best charity in America. I agree. I also used to see them all over Japan when I was doing my business travel there. They do have an international fund where you can specify Japan/Tsunami relief.
And I am so glad you are "back", Laz. Takes guts and strength. Keep on, keeping on, guy!!
94 posted on
03/17/2011 9:09:07 AM PDT by
llevrok
(SEIU? STFU.)
To: Lazamataz
The Salvation Army is the single best charity in America.Bump to that.
95 posted on
03/17/2011 9:10:50 AM PDT by
GVnana
To: Lazamataz
Thanks for the insight, just donated to the Salvation Army and they will be oone of my new charities from now on.
116 posted on
03/17/2011 11:56:27 AM PDT by
PMAS
To: Lazamataz
Laz,
I have heard the same type of testimony from many where the. Salvation Army is conmcerned, especially from veterans. They do great work.
142 posted on
03/18/2011 5:26:42 AM PDT by
OriginalChristian
(Palin/Cain 2012; Palin/Cain 2016; Cain/West 2020; Cain/West 2024; West/TBNL 2028...)
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