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e all have a memory of our past where someone showed us kindness and it meant more than they would ever know, right? Brittany Tarkington, a young inspiring author, shares a moment that created a movement, after memories touched her heart. Brittany explains…. Over the summer I found myself behind someone unable to pay for their items. Her child was by her side, holding her hand and I looked at their buggy, noticing many items were for the child.
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Kim Iribarren
Without making a scene, I quietly paid for their items without their knowledge and brought it out to them.
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Previously as a young, single mother, I had been in situations like this. The lady was grateful and relieved, but I could tell she was somewhat embarrassed. I told her how I struggled before graduating college and getting married and that everyone goes through a rough patch in their life.
A week later, I was still thinking about this encounter. I felt sad about both the mother and child and wondered how someone could make a difference for them because I knew unfortunately, they aren’t the only ones who are struggling.
This is a small task right now, but I hope it grows into a group of people sending out supplies to our local schools each month. Sometimes a small act of kindness can grow into so much more, says Brittany Tarkington!
About six months ago, I left my full-time job as a paralegal and began writing and taking care of things at home full time. When my son went back to school, I knew I would have extra time on my hands. I decided I could try to do more for them. I messaged a few contacts through different schools in our area and a few agreed that there is a need. From there I began talking to people that could help donate items that kids need to schools. So far, I’ve been able to team up with a nurse from a school district in our area. It’s a small start, but I have an amazon wish list to keep supplies on hand. We message back and forth and she will tell me needs that we can help with.
Brittany is a wife, mother, daughter and sister, an author of now her fifth published novel. She also volunteers her time working on several community projects and working with her children and looks for ways to consistently help others.
There's so much more to know about Brittany! Visit her at brittanytarkington.com, or find her on Amazon.com, Goodreads.com, Pinterest.com or just google her! Issue 7 | 2020