Today’s story comes from the Good News Network. Here it is in its entirety.
Strangers are Leaving Strollers, Diapers, and Toys at the Border for Ukrainian Refugee Moms
Photo courtesy of GMA
An image recently shared around social media of empty strollers on a Polish rail border crossing has inspired a mountain of donations for Ukrainian refugees.
Now at Przemyśl Station, women, children, and infants fleeing the war are being greeted by mountains of clothes, stuffed animals, strollers, diapers, and more after they step off the train.
ABC reports that the number of spare carriers and strollers from Polish mothers have been particularly inspiring, with many donators leaving handwritten notes behind, with words of support.
“We see on the television and hear on the radio what happened, and we say ‘okay, we can help,’” one Polish mother and volunteer told ABC.
The effort has become more organized over the weeks, which CNN details has spread like wildfire, mostly by word of mouth. The Medyka border crossing from Ukraine involves taking a train to Przemyśl Station, which has become the center of the relief effort.
The rooms of the train station are now being transformed from waiting rooms into warehouses for food, diapers, and clothes.
Beyond the station, people from across Europe have been seen waiting in cars offering to drive incoming refugees to wherever they have relations or a place to stay.
here is the Good Morning America video with the story.
Today’s JohnKu talks about overshadowing evil actions with good works. I hope you have a super weekend.
Spirit by John W. Howell ©2022
One evil man thinks,
He can break human spirit . . .
His lesson comes hard.
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No words…
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This is wonderful, John.
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Thank you, Barbara.
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Another example that most people have good hearts.
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I agree, Joan. That black heart in Moscow not withstanding. Thanks. 😊
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Exactly!
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This is the type of unity I thought had been forgotten.
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Yes it is. Thanks, GP. Too bad a war brings the unity. It would be so much easier if people took care of each other just for the sake of doing so.
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haha, you mean go out of their way with no recognition for it?
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Yes
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Love to see this. Thanks for sharing, John.
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Thank you , Jill.
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Thank you for sharing this uplifting story, John. The diapers must be particuarly welcome. It is heartening to see that Putin has failed in his attempts to break the spirits of the Ukranian people and those who want to help them.
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He is someone who needs to be eliminated along with those who help him. What a monster.
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It’s hard to even comprehend the enormity of the evil he is perpetrating.
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I hope there is justice someday.
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I’d expect he’ll get his in the end. That day can’t come soon enough.
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Yes I hope so.
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Remember reading about this a while back. Always nice to be reminded.
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I thought so too.
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Sometimes the smallest individual efforts can create a wonderful, unexpectedly large effect. This surely is an example.
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I agree, Linda. Thanks.
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Humans can be pretty good people, John. Thanks for highlighting these folks.
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My pleasure, Dan. I always enjoy a good people story.
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Your short poem is so spot on, John. Love it. Thanks for sharing this good news with us. Have a wonderful weekend 💕🙂
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Have a great weekend as well, Harmony. Thank you.
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It’s good to see people helping others in the midst of the craziness. I sure hope that madman learns a lesson.
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One can only hope. Thanks, Tim
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I find myself looking forward to this spot every week now. Another wonderful story.
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Thank you, Craig. We need these stories.
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That is heartwarming. Thanks for the Fri-Yay smile.
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I’m glad you got one.
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I can always count on you.
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The kindness of the Polish people is overwhelming! I would hope we would do the same in that position.
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I would hope so too, Noelle.
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This story was Such a bright light in a very dark situation, John.
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I agree, Maggie,
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I remember seeing this story, but I’m glad you posted it here (and your JohnKu is spot on!) Treating others the way we want to be treated is pretty basic, isn’t it? Have a great weekend, my friend!
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Thank you Debbie,
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That’s so true! This is so uplifting! 💟
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Your words perfectly capture this heartbreaking situation. The world is breaking.
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In the face of the depths of cruelty and evil comes the face of kindness and caring to counter it.
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Yes it is true.
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I look forward to these weekly posts, John. It’s a reminder of all the good people there are. Thank you.
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Thank you, Pete
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Your words are poignant, John, and you show the other side of humanity, the kind that needs spreading even more now.
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Thank you. Lauren. 😊
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Putin has definitely underestimated the Ukrainians and their supporters. Thanks for sharing this, John!
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For sure.
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Timely and beautiful, John. I sure hope that one evil man learns his lesson. Thank you for such an uplifting post. Much needed and appreciated. 🤗
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I’m so glad you liked it Gwen. Welcome back.
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I love how you do Friday mornings these days, Boss. And this story speaks to the spirit on one people, and really, all people. Beautiful story.
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Thank you, Marc. 😊
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Of course. 😉
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Brilliant post John and it is so heartwarming. I can only imagine the reaction of those who have left everything behind, particularly with small children, stepping off that train to freedom to be met with such kindness..hugsx
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Thank you, Sally. The stories out of Ukraine just break your heart.
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They do John… hopefully some sense will prevail soon or else action taken to ensure it..hugsx
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The courage of the Ukrainians is inspiring, but so is the generosity and kindness of so many who are willing to help.
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I agree. Both are inspiring.
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[…] John Howell celebrated wonderful people doing all they can to help refugees from the Ukraine with support, essential supplies and transport in Poland. John Howell. Good News […]
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Thanks for sharing the link, Sally.
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I love these Fridays, John. In times of strife, hearts prevail. Thank you for sharing it and your lovely poem.
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Aw you are sweet, Dale. Thank you.
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Sweet knows sweet! 💕
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This was the best news all week! I’m so glad you featured it. There is much good in the world.
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That is for sure. 😁
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Reblogged this on A Teacher's Reflections.
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Thank you for sharing my post, Jennie.
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This is such heartwarming news to see after so much sorrow. Humans are mostly good and caring. Unfortunately, there will always be a few of the opposite.
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You are so right. Thank you for the visit and for sharing your thoughts.
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Thanks for helping share to the world the humanity and compassion. 🙂
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Thank you, Debby.
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[…] Before I go any further, I want to talk about Ukraine … just a bit. Here’s some good news about ways people are helping. Maggie from From Cave Walls recently shared three stories which you can read here: https://fromcavewalls.wordpress.com/2022/03/25/watwb-comes-to-an-end/ John Howell also shares a heartwarming story along with a spot-on haiku here: https://johnwhowell.com/2022/03/25/friday-john-ku-aka-tgif-fri-yay-good-news-2/ […]
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Thank you so much for the link, Marie.
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Sometimes it’s a crisis that brings out the best in people, John. Thanks for sharing the generosity of spirit of all those making a tangible difference for Ukrainian people and families. It’s heartwarming.
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Yes it is. I wish the underlying situation was different but the positive spirit of human nature is on display.
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The situation is horrific, so I agree with you on that wish.
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Wonderful words, thougths and actions… 💞
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Thank you, Bette
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Thanks, John, for sharing some hopeful images. ♥
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Hope can change the world. Thanks, Olga.
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I love to hear how people are reaching out to help any way they can.
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Yes, I love that too.. Thanks, Teri.
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Wonderful within horror.
I’m sick about this every day.
poo-tin is a monster.
The JohnKu is right on!
Thank you John!
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I’m sick about it as well. Thank you, Resa.
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grieving mothers ,wives and girlfriends
must line Moscow’s streets as well,
afterr each Ukrainian victtory,
Sends Putin’s men to hell.
The time is comng soon
when he’ll pack his bags and go.
banished to the wilderness,,
By his allies, NOT THE FOE.
The world relaxes for a whiile.
until the next threat appears
is it the Trump In The USA?
Or will Boris release new fears?
David
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Well done, David. Let’s hope those within Russia who can have an effect will rise up and do the right thing. Too many Russians and Ukrainianshave died in this immoral war.
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Sometimes it’s the simplest action that can make a huge difference. Thank you for sharing this, John. And I love the JohnKu!!
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Thanks for sharing this, John. So good to see human kindness on the rise again. All the best.
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I agree, William. Thank you. 😊
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I saw this story and felt so full of hope.
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It is that kind of story for sure.😊
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[…] Friday John Ku – AKA – TGIF Fri Yay/Good News […]
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Thank you for sharing the post
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[…] Head over to read more about this wonderfully generous gesture from the Polish people: John Howell… Good News […]
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Thank you for featuring my post, Sally.
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This is a lovely good news story, John 💖
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Thank you, Robbie. I thought so too.
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Reblogged this on NEW BLOG HERE >> https:/BOOKS.ESLARN-NET.DE.
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Thanks for sharing, Michael.
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Its very good help. One cannot imagine what happens, when the citizens of a hole country is in need leaving their home country. xx Michael
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It is hard to imagine, Michael. Sad.
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[…] war in Ukraine…is heartbreaking but has also brought out the best of human nature …John Howell’s post on the mothers of Poland was powerful…Pushchairs and Strollers were left for the babies and […]
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Thank you for including a link to my post, Carol. The butterfly effect is another cause for world concern. You have to wonder when it all will stop,
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Great news!
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It is. Thank you.
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