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Kind Heart:Ukrainian Refugee Aid

 

I’m leaving here for Poland on April 7 to help transport Ukrainian refugees from the Polish border town Medyka to refugee centers in Krakow.  You can provide support for this at https://gofund.me/ee500268 


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  1. ouizoidApril 9, 2022 at 4:18 PM

    Looking forward to hear about the people, their travails, and your work. Very sorry for their suffering. xoxo Ouis

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  2. Maria Gonzalez-BlueApril 9, 2022 at 11:43 PM

    Hello David, I will send you chi during class and as I can. Blessings to you along your way. You are not alone. Blessings from Maria My email is actually hummingbird@monitor.net

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  3. chesterdkApril 10, 2022 at 8:34 PM

    Dan Chester here. Thank you David for what you’re doing there and for sharing your experiences. I will continue to read and be inspired. Blessing to you and everyone you meet.

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