"It's my country too, I need to help my people " I feel really bad but I feel also really happy, at least I can help people," said Akinci who said the region his family is from is okay. On Tuesday, he and his staff spent the day making space for donations. It's owned by Yavuz Akinci, who is originally from Turkey. in Carrollton is one of the locations people can drop off donations. That's why there's a big push for winter items, along with tents to help provide some sort of shelter. Not only are people dealing with the aftermath of the earthquake, but the region is experiencing a bitterly cold winter. It's raining, it's so cold, it's minus degrees almost and so they were in the car, you know using the heat from the car, but even the gas is scarce." "They didn't have anything to drink even, no food, no nothing. "My uncle who couldn't go back to his apartment, they were staying in the car for the whole day," said Van Winkle about a different family member. "She had very internal severe damage, they took her to the hospital but because of internal bleeding she couldn't make it, and later on they were able to dig out her father and brother, and they were also dead, so that was a whole family gone basically," said a choked up Van Winkle about her family on her father's side.įor those who have survived, many lost everything in an instant and are now homeless. "I got word that they had reached out to her and actually they had rescued her, and I was very happy," said Van Winkle whose hope would later lead to despair. Sümerler mah belediye evleri a/3 blok /fK1rWJSsUv- SS February 6, 2023 Yakınlarımızın hayatta olduklarına eminiz, sadece sesimizi duyurmamız ve afadın bize ulaşması gerekiyor hava çok soğuk. If that happened to us, how would we feel about that? Wouldn't we want any help we can get? That's why we have to help them," said Nusin Van Winkle a North Texan originally from Turkey. "I think that if you put yourself in one of those people's situation, you can understand why we have to help them. Unused Scarfs, beanies, socks and underwear.Unused winter clothing for kids and adults.On Thursday, a shipment will be flown by Turkish Airlines to the region, for free, according to TURANT. The Turkish American Association of Northern Texas, TURANT, has set up three locations in the metroplex for people to drop off supplies ranging from new and unused winter clothes, undergarments, baby supplies, formula, tents, blankets, cots and nonperishable food. The pain is turning into action as local groups are mobilizing efforts to send money and supplies overseas. North Texas is home to thousands of people from Turkey and Syria, many of whom, like the rest of the world, are heartbroken by what is happening. Many from afar who have loved ones in the region have felt hopeless as they watch the tragedy unfold. More than 7,000 people have died in both countries after thousands of buildings collapsed due to the large quakes. Please know you are appreciated deeply and we are eternally indebted to you for all you’ve done and continue to do to improve the quality of Baylee’s Life.The devastation from the earthquakes that struck Turkey and Syria on Monday continues to grow. I just can’t express the depth of my gratitude adequately. It’s great to know that when Baylee or I have had a bad experience related to alopecia, we now have friends we can reach out to who know what we are going through. ![]() The opportunity to share and learn from other parents was also very meaningful and supportive. Baylee now knows she is not alone and has made lasting friendships. I also want to thank you for bringing these girls who walk the same path of hair loss together. You just can’t imagine the positive change we have seen in her. I looked at her while we were riding to the restaurant after the marina and said, “Who are you and what have you done with Baylee?” LOL camp had an extraordinary impact on her self-esteem and her outlook for her future. More importantly, thank you for giving me a new, happier version of Baylee. Baylee has worn her necklace every day and she isn’t even a jewelry girl. The flight, the royal welcome we received at the opulent Eau Hotel, the trip to the zoo, the day at the marina, the henna tattoos, the delicious meals, the beautiful rooms, and all the additional amenities and gifts were above and beyond anything we could have dreamed. I wanted to let each one of you know that you all hold a special place in our hearts for all you do on a daily basis for our young people with hair loss, but especially for what you did for us during camp week. I have struggled with finding words to sufficiently thank you for inviting us to your camp last June. Please forgive me for not sending this sooner. Dear Locks of Love Board of Directors, Administration and Staff,
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