David and Phyllis Powell
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I was introduced to TRYAD at a critical time in my life, and I believe God directed me to the loving folks there to help me understand that 1) I was not alone in this world; 2) many people have much greater difficulties than I, and yet they are happy, and 3) all able-bodied folks are in some way disabled, and all disabled folks are certainly able.  It is just that the disabilities of able-bodied folks are often harder to recognize.

You see, I had just separated from my husband of 30 years, my children were grown and no longer needed me, I had recently been terminated from my job of 10 years, and I felt like my world had crumbled.  I felt unwanted, unloved, and unnecessary.

At TRYAD, I felt needed, appreciated, and loved in a very special way that I thought was impossible.  I was reminded of the value of little things—a smile, a hug, a helping hand, a flower, a song, a sunset.

My very dear friend, Becki Graves, told me about a retreat she had attended that was sponsored by a group called TRYAD that she heard about through the Multiple Sclerosis Society.  She invited me to take her to the TRYAD Christmas party.  I mostly went to help her out, and sure enough I was the one who was helped the most.

Since that first Christmas party in 1984, I have participated in almost every TRYAD function.  I even had the opportunity to serve on the steering committee in an interim position…, and that was a special blessing.

Perhaps you find it difficult to be directly involved one-on-one with handicapped folks.  There are many things to do on the sidelines—telephoning, correspondence, advertising, newsletter, and like every other organization, we are always in need of funds.
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Being involved with TRYAD isn’t for everyone, I know, but if you want to feel loved, needed, and appreciated by some of the warmest people you can meet this side of heaven, just give us a try.  I’ll guarantee that you will have a life-changing experience.