Pat Brunner, my awesome brother-in-law, is officially my hero and a true inspiration. He has mobilized a relief effort from his home in Delaware, raising money, collecting supplies, enlisting the aid of his community and commandeering a massive truck which he'll use to haul much needed necessities and supplies to Staten Island later this week, because, he says, "Its tough to be down here and know that so many people are struggling with this just a short distance up the road."
We need more people like Pat. It's remarkable how alone and sometimes forgotten you feel in a situation like this. I've never experienced it before. But I've discovered that a little empathy goes a long way. And I will resolve to remember that when the news fades to the next big headline, there are real people, still there, still struggling, still surviving. Still in need of empathy and love.
So three cheers for Pat Brunner, and others like him, who are lending a hand, pitching in, and simply caring. Couldn't be more proud to call this guy family!
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