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By Ashley Parkinson
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THREADS OF HOPE

Harrington woman uses sewing to share a kind message

 

Last updated 11/23/2022 at 9:06am

Ashley Parkinson | The Record-Times

Teresa Myers next to the many quilts that have been made by her with help from Paula Harrington. Myers works hard to donate to those in need.

HARRINGTON- Teresa Myers has spent most of her life giving back to others, but what started Threads of Hope, her solo organization dedicated to helping those struggling with addiction, happened eight years ago.

Myer's granddaughter, whom Myers wanted to remain anonymous, was addicted to heroin.

"I had searched the streets for her," Myers said. "I couldn't find her anywhere."

A call from a hospital in Seattle came in 2017 as she was out looking for her.

"She had a baby, a little boy," Myers said. "He is my best friend; he's five now."

Myers and her husband, Shawn, drove to Seattle to pick th...



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