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#myLAcommute These are good kids, always have been

#myLAcommute asks locals where they\'re coming from, where they\'re going and why.
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August 6, 2015

KIMBERLY SOTO

We’re coming from a church that serves dinner every week to the homeless and people who need a hand. It’s towards the end of the month so we’re struggling. Today, they served ravioli with cheese, green beans, salad, and bread. It was really good—my kids and I loved it.

Being a single mom, it’s tough. I’m not gonna lie. But I’m thankful for my children and for what I have, and for nice people who go out of their way to help. Raising twins is challenging, but these are good kids. They’ve always been good kids.

Eagle Rock Blvd to Wawona Street

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