SOCKS SOCKS as a miracle story? I guess it depends on where and when
you were.
The marines at the Frozen Chosin Reservoir) in 1950 would have given just about anything for a pair of warm, dry socks. The Army Rangers in Afghanistan need socks to prevent foot fungus. In 2018, our own people walking the streets, highways, and arroyos need socks to keep their feet warm, and to prevent freezing blisters, which lead to foot amputations. So, it was a miracle when an angel showed up at “Bill Camorata’s Breakfast Club.” Breakfast has been served every Saturday morning on space provided by Nizhoni laundry at 2nd street and Nizhoni for over 4 years. Volunteers set up tables, serve meals and coffee, and provide new coats and clothing. But a warm coat or full stomach does not prevent foot blisters, fungus, ingrown toenails, cuts or frostbite. The miracle happened one Saturday when a nurse, Gayla Kolfer, set up a small examination shelter where she could examine and treat the feet of those in need….it was indeed the start of a miracle. Christ set the example when he washed the feet of the disciples.
Given this story it is ironic to say “That is a miracle” in Spanish is pronounced the same as spelling S O C K S.
Eso Si Que Es Un milagro! S-O C K S a miracle! But the miracle story continues. One morning our angel went to Catholic Charities to serve breakfast to the poor, and while there, one of the nuns approached her and said,
“Come with me! I have something for you.” After a short walk the nun showed her a large contractors trash bag filled with new socks. Gayla, who many refer to as an angel, said “I don’t understand. Where did you get these?” Sister explained, “The word has gotten around that you are caring for the feet of the homeless and hungry. One of our nuns,” she continued, “who teaches 2nd grade, asked her students to contribute.” Gayla’s eyes watered. She knew that each package of socks cost about $10. These children who had poverty of their own to deal with had raised over $200 worth of socks. Bill feeds the hungry...Gayla treats their feet...Gayla feeds the hungry at Catholic Charities...the children donate socks. A miracle, that’s what it is! Un milagro, Eso si que es!
S O C K S
—Palacios
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