I hope you are making it through this winter as climate change has hit many areas across America and other countries as well.
Clean clothing is preferable, but there will be some cleaning service done if not.
Sending monetary funds is always helpful as I can purchase coats and blankets at discounted prices at local stores. I will contact the Burlington Coat Factory. I’m sure many organizations are already helping. or have sent goods to various areas.
Thelma Harcum, Advocacy One (a pending LLC )I am a not non-profit yet, but is working on it.
However, helping others is not about a piece of paper, but from what’s in your heart.
Other items needed are personal items such as sanitizers, toothbrushes, toothpaste, handy wipes, Socks, warm hats and gloves, diapers, Sani Pads, and any other goods you might think of. I accept water in cases as well.
I am presently focusing on Texas to help in some way to distribute coats, blankets and other warm geer like hates, and gloves. There is an organization called Home Full who support the homeless there in Texas who are accepting these types of clothing.
I will be sending a box of clothing or taking them down in a truck as I start to collect from friends and family. You can write me at thelmaharcum@yahoo.com for the drop-off.
Donations can made in several ways.
www.paypalme.tharcum
or send donations to: Thelma Harcum, PO Box 4746, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034
Yes, we truly have Climate Change all around us as we look and see the snow flaring down and reports of more snow and freezing ice from our weatherman.
This brings me to the thought as I write on my blog, is how can I reduce the electricity I’m using.
One of the things to do is to cut off electrical appliances I’m not using or don’t need right now.
Right away, I cut off the Printer and the Air Purifier. The coffer pot cuts off by itself, but if it’s on for a while before auto shut-off, you can turn it off as soon as you get that one tea or two tea you want.
If you are working from home, you might forget to turn off your outside lights. We all can do our parts to save on electricity. Just doing one small thing from millions of people can ensure that the power grids don’t overload.
Computers and Routers can be turned off when not used or even when you are briefly moving away to do something else. While turning off appliances you’re not using, you just as well pull out the plug as electricity is still running through the lines many times.
You can save on electricity if you wear layered clothing.
So stay warm, stay safe, as extreme weather, command extreme measures.
Let’s not take electricity for granted, but to know that we can be a part of the solutions to sacrifice, and preserve for another day!
My heart goes out to all of the people affected by the Texas Unprecedented snowstorm. Surely to God, I’ve been there myself and am still trying to get things together, while helping other people.
The last year and half was dedicated to my friend Amelia who just passed of Lung Cancer. We built a friendship, gardening and life experiences. We also share grandchildren together as we are in-laws to each other.
If you are able to help in the Texas Disaster, check out this link from CNN with a listing of organizations that are on the ground and running. Check the link below from CNN.
Thank you for all you do. I donate to Red Cross every year, but here they have a special fund collection for those who live in Texas. You can mark on your text or phone donation connection for the funds to go specifically to the Texas Storm Disaster.
Thelma Harcum
My background is in nursing (RN) I specialize in Respiratory Nursing. Music, Art, Writing, Crafts, Project Director/Coordinator, Project Organizer, etc
Legacy One is Pending for LLC and will build towards a non-profit.
Services is Free for now but you can always donate to my Organization. Funds will be used for letter writing, transportation, and any direct help needed if enough of funds are received.
www.Paypalme.tharcum
Legacy One is my organization that reaches out to help people with resources, contact interventions to resolve problems, health research and health recognitions; educational network, and partnering with other organizations.
So, Do what you can for Texas, Be safe, and help others around you as well. Many seniors are living alone and may not be able to shovel, that alone can be such a big help if you can assist in any way. We are all in this together as we strive to get through the Pandemic Covid-19 Pandemic. Maintain the CDC guidelines to stay safe.
by Thelma Harcum
P.O Box 4747, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034
thelmaharcum@yahoo.com
Thank you for your donation. Any donation will be helpful!
I hope you are having a better new year as we continue the fight against covid-19.
Many people are still being tested on a regular basis and for safety reasons when they enter a hospital or any place where more individuals are at risk. Thank goodness, the vaccines are here to help save lives and to prevent people from getting sick.
However, what can we do on our own besides masking, keeping distance, washing hands, and no large gathering? It’s Food! Did you know that many people who got sick or died had a low Vitamin D level? After researching on the internet and watching the Dr. Oz show yesterday, my attention went to the doctor who spoke about the types of foods we should eat to boost our immune system. And so there is another thing to be mindful about. I will place a link to the 11 foods that will boost your immune system and help maintain or increase your Vitamin D levels.
If you are spending time outdoors in the sun, you are ahead of the game. The sun is a natural way of maintaining a healthy level of Vit D. (That is if you know what your levels are)
Eating the daily amount of recommended fruit every day, you are surely boosting your immune system as there are many types of fruits to eat. Some of them are oranges, lemons, pineapples, and others.
Here is the link to find other types of foods that will boost your immune system. Check the link below. The article was written by Rebecca Strong on Dec 17, 2020, and fact-checked by Kiersten Hickman
Looking forward to your comments. Does anyone have a healthy recipe for a healthy drink? Sometimes you can get children drinking healthier when you make a great juice drink and add other ingredients they might not like. They’ll never know with such a healthy juice mix or smoothie.
Yes, foods high in Vitamin D will give you the edge to staying well and not as sick if you do get (and I hope you never get it!) Covid-19. We are still learning about this disease, so monitor yourself and your family daily. Check the temperatures if you feel warm. A temp over 100 could mean you might even have the flu. If you have any flu-like symptoms, don’t just worry about it, get tested and follow up with the care you need. Surely, we will get through this! My deepest condolence to those who have lost love ones and friends and those affected by this most contagious virus. Well wishes to all who have recovered and doing better. Keep records as much as you can. Journaling these days can help you immensely. Watch the news and read updates on your phone and computers about this disease, because every day, there seems to a new update on covid-19.
Tweet and Facebook your friends and associates about any updates you find as some people are so busy, they might not catch up until days later.
Many people are isolated at this time and surely to goodness, call people you know that are. Suggest activities they can do to keep the spirits up. Face-time if you can. Do less texting and call preferably as the human voice can be therapeutic all to itself.
So, stay positive and keep following the CDC guidelines to be safe. We will get through this and there will be light at the end of the tunnel.
