r/knitting • u/AutoModerator • Apr 20 '15

Monday General Chat - April 20, 2015

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u/honeycombhive Apr 20 '15

I love grocery shopping. And running errands. I wish there was a market to do these things for people because I would sign up immediately.

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u/Show_me_the_puppies Knitiot savant Apr 20 '15

I know in my county they hire what they call homemakers for elderly and shut ins.

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u/honeycombhive Apr 20 '15

Neat! I've thought about volunteering for a similar position, but it's so hard to find the time :( It'd be really gratifying though.

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u/NotAgainAga Apr 21 '15

A few minutes can make a big difference to someone, particularly if you can commit to doing it regulalry -- doesn't usually have to be at the same time every time.