09/09/2026
We might be rebranding as a community pantry, clothing exchange, dvd and book exchange, and donated clothing/jackets for winter if I can find a dang building to put on my front lawn to make it happen.
I feel like this is a better move for me specifically. I barely leave home and when I do, I get panic attacks or have a PTSD moment. Having this available right outside my door would mean I could work locally with the public, spend more time outside, and make meaningful connection.
I gave 1 mattress and a trundle bed with 2 mattress along with all our twin sheets recently to two separate people. I got more happiness and joy from that than much lately.
This is not to saw I will not stop working with veterans, the LGBTQIA+, or victims of DV. In fact, having my free general store will benefit people more than a single hot meal and a bag of toiletries.
Pretty soon we will be changing our name to "Gunny's Free General Store." My dad always helped everyone no matter their station in life and I feel like this may be a bigger honor to his name.
Thank you.
Miss you dad. I just want to make you proud.
