The 9 Nanas: A Affecting Secret of 30 Years Revealed

Kaylee Everhart

Updated Tuesday, September 3, 2024 at 12:00 AM CDT

In an extraordinary tale of kindness and community spirit, a group of women known as "The 9 Nanas" managed to keep a affecting secret for three decades. These remarkable women, whose actions have recently come to light, dedicated themselves to helping those in need without seeking recognition or praise.

For 30 years, The 9 Nanas met at 4 AM, ensuring their charitable activities remained hidden even from their husbands. Their mission was simple yet profound: to anonymously pay bills, buy clothes, and provide comfort to those facing hardships. Each care package they delivered included a homemade cake and a heartfelt note that read, "Somebody loves you."

The group consisted of women from diverse backgrounds, united by a common goal of spreading love and kindness. In one of the images associated with their story, three of these women are seen standing closely together, beaming with joy. The woman on the left, with her dark skin and light blue top adorned with a patterned scarf, radiates warmth. The middle woman, with fair skin and gray hair, dressed in a dark outfit, exudes a sense of wisdom. On the right, another dark-skinned woman wearing a lime green scarf over a black top and a head wrap, showcases their unity in diversity.

The second image accompanying their story features a beautifully crafted loaf cake. The cake, resting on a cooling rack, is elegantly glazed with white frosting, topped with a sliced lemon and small edible flowers. A knife placed next to it suggests the care and attention to detail The 9 Nanas put into each of their creations.

Comments from those who have come across this story range from admiration to skepticism. One user pondered, "Why did they meet at 4 AM?" while another expressed doubt about the entire narrative, questioning the feasibility of eavesdropping to learn about women in need. However, the overarching sentiment remains one of awe and respect for these unsung heroines.

The story of The 9 Nanas first broke in 2015, though their acts of kindness date back to the 80s or possibly the 70s. Their husbands and children eventually became involved, further extending their reach of goodwill. Despite the incredulity from some corners, the legacy of The 9 Nanas serves as a testament to the power of anonymous charity and the impact of small, consistent acts of love.

For those inspired by their story, it is a reminder that even the smallest gestures can make a significant difference in someone’s life. The 9 Nanas' story is a beautiful example of how genuine compassion and dedication can create ripples of positivity in the world.

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bippityboppitybuttsex

Why did they meet at 4AM?

TwoNineSix

I feel like the part about a group of women, possibly called the 9 Nanas, doing charity work and community outreach may be real. The rest of the details just sounds like made-up b******* to sell the story. I Googled "9 Nanas" and the sources reporting this story aren't particularly credible and a lot of it doesn't make sense. They would eavesdrop to learn about women in need and pay their bills anonymously? How does that work, exactly? Also, why did this need to be a secret?

ProfessorMatt

"So shines a good deed, in a weary world."

classGemJ*****

The story broke out in 2015, so they started in the 80's, possibly 70's as by that time, their husband and children were also involved. There is some note of a web site where they were selling pound cake to fund further acts of kindness. Haven't found it though.

spellbot5000

"My wife kept leaving home at 3:30am for 3 decades... who knows what she was up to. Maybe that's when the stores put out the fresh tampons? I dunno, not for me to worry about." -- A Definitely Real Husband.

nojustsayitdont

Husbands didn't even know? I doubt that very much. Possible I suppose if they used a cover like " We're meeting every week for menstrual yoga." or something like that. But I feel if I were up to something like that I'd just let my wife know what's up.

shameofslate

“It’s 9 Nanas, Michael. What could it cost, $10?”

seenunseen

Why didn't they keep the secret?

Halfwise

I wonder how many of their husbands thought their wives were cheating on them for 30 years and suffered under the torment of knowing *something* was going on but not really able to prove anything.

Vonph

Nine Nanas for mortal men, doomed to die, One pound cake for the Dark Lord on his dark throne

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