“ When I ’ m working , my income pays for rent , but the rest you ’ ve just got to make do .”
A Local Food Pantry Client Thanks You
When we met Margaret last winter , she was so happy to have found Sharing Life Community Outreach , a North Texas Food Bank Partner Agency in Mesquite . Before she started coming here , she had been eating a lot of beans and rice — but little else .
Margaret describes herself as semi-retired . As her health has declined over the years , she has taken on a lighter schedule at her job resulting in less pay . She described to us what this arrangement has done to her finances .
“ When I ’ m working , my income pays for rent , but the rest you ’ ve just got to make do ,” Margaret said .
She recalls how she ended up making her first visit to Sharing Life Community Outreach : facing a particularly difficult month , she decided to ask for help . Not sure where to begin , she dialed 211 , which provided her with information about the pantry .
For Margaret , accepting help from Sharing Life was one of the best decisions she has made .
“ When I ’ m working , my income pays for rent , but the rest you ’ ve just got to make do .”
Now , whenever food and funds are running low , she knows she has somewhere to go to pick up groceries that will last until the end of the month .
As a North Texas Food Bank supporter , you have done so much to help neighbors like Margaret access the ingredients for nourishing meals .
Margaret picks up food from Sharing Life Community Outreach in Mesquite
Reflecting on your kindness , Margaret expressed her deep gratitude : “ Thank you ,” she said . “ I appreciate y ’ all helping me when you can . I ’ d like to offer something when I get back on my feet .”
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