It's Who We Are, Right?

An Afghan refugee family of 11 arrived yesterday, and their apartment was ready for them, thanks to our incredible KindWorks team. Beds made for all the kids with extra toys and teddy bears, kitchen well stocked with dishes and pots and pans, the table laid with mats and cloth napkins, and a welcome sign in case there was any doubt how happy we are that they’re here. What I love about our apartment set ups is how they intertwine people's stories. A friend who's moving out of her apartment shared the gray bench, lots of green plants, and other items; she's been inspired seeing our work on social media and felt good to be able to contribute. The paintings belonged to a friend's uncle; the day he passed she brought them over and asked if we could use them for a refugee apt set up. The brown shaggy carpet was an unexpected surprise, from a neighbor who had asked if anyone wanted her wisteria plant. She showed me the carpet, bought in Argentina and originally from Pakistan, and asked if we could use it in the apt. Each item in this home has a story, a human connection. Each piece came to us through someone's kindness. This is what humanKIND is about. We are all part of each other's humanity; we move forward together through kindness. Oh, and one more thing. That piece of pottery on the coffee table. My Dad made that. He passed away about a year ago, and I leave a piece of his pottery or one of his paintings in as many apartments as I can. He would have loved that. No doubt each family feels his warmth. No doubt he's receiving their blessings.