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The Chicken Lady

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An article in a local newspaper spurred Amy Murphy to ask a local fried chicken restaurant if she could have their leftovers at the end of the night. With the help of friends, the Chicken Lady sets up the equivalent of a pop-up restaurant every Monday to serve her homeless friends. Murphy does not consider what she does "feeding the homeless," rather, it is serving friends. They are part of the same community - she is a part of their lives, and they are a part of hers.
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The Sandwich Man is another everyday hero who has cared for his homeless friends every day for over 12 years.
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Reflections (24)

Sandra
I just watched this lady on UNC TV, and I was in tears!!! She us doing a really good job wirh helping others!! I worked for Churches Chicken when I was younger, and hated to see that food go in the trash. PLEASE keep doing what your doing Chicken Lady, your reward is being stored up in Heaven!! ❤❤
Janice
God Bless the Chicken Lady!!!!! I also wish I could do something like that!!!!
Rachael
There are some good people out there...
Sarah
It is very touching and inspiring as a video,and easy to follow in the same direction, to emulate, when the weather is as cold as it is right now.What a great woman!
patjos
Amy is now writing at https://themiraclesisee.wordpress.com/
Marilyn
Loving Heart and caring for others who need help. God Bless her , she will be awarded for her good deeds. Good luck and God Bless you....
Karen
One person can make a difference. We are all connected.
Linda
The Chicken Lady is an inspiration. She has compassion to help those who are in need and that is important. Incredible
Jorge
It is inspiring to get to know this kind of anonymous heroes. I realize the power of love.
Brian
Thanks Team! She found Her purpose and we can see that it's so fulfulling!!!! Great news. Peace on Earth!
Amy Murphy
Thanks all. You are so kind. The truth is that I receive a blessing many times over from this work - much more than the other way around. My friends have changed my life. If you'd like to read more about this work and how it has evolved, check out my blog, wwww.themiraclesIsee.org. I have learned so much: it does not help to simply give to folks who are in need. If we give food, if we give housing, we are only addressing symptoms - and it has zero lasting effect. If, on the other hand, we mentor families - find out why that child is coming to school hungry - and assist folks as they deal with the CAUSES of hunger and homelessness, then we can, as a community, move mountains. It really will take a huge "village." Bless you for your caring hearts. Amy
rach
Wishing I could do something like that.... Though I have to get a car first
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