We set our clocks back one hour over first weekend in November, and the dark afternoons are a reminder that winter weather can’t be far behind. For those who like the cold, it’s a welcome shift. For those who don’t, it can feel like heading into a long, dark tunnel. Either way, if we’ve lived here long, we’ve found a way to deal with it. We have warm coats, heated houses, electric blankets, and enough food, so usually it’s just an inconvenience at worst.
But for those who are new to our cold climate, the severe cold and massive amounts of snow can be a real shock. Many of our students, who come from places that never see snow, are unprepared to cope with it adequately. They don’t have coats, boots, warm socks or mittens. They haven’t had practice walking on icy sidewalks or driving on snowy roads. They don’t know about the dangers of frostbite or hypothermia.
Educating them about these realities of living in a place like Minnesota is part of what we do here. Another part, though, is something we
need your help with. Do you have an extra coat hanging in your closet? Some boots you’re not using? Do you knit socks or mittens? Could you pick up an extra pair or two the next time you’re out shopping?
Many of our students and their young children need these things to help them through the upcoming Minnesota winter. If you can help them out in any way, either drop by our school at 2200 Nicollet in Minneapolis, or give us a call at 612-870-1815 for more info. We’re always grateful for your generosity.
Take a look at our current wish list to see some of our other needs.
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