I am blessed to know Bethany, someone to has so selflessly donated her time and energy to helping a friend in need and blessed to have been part of making their Christmas one they will never forget!!
Sunday, December 13, 2009
12 Days of Giving- Day 8
A few weeks ago a friend of mine, Bethany, told me a story about an amazing family who is struggling this year during the holidays. Not only are they going to be struggling financially, but they have a great son who has had to endure many health battles, and they are amazing parents to him. I don't need to go into all the details, but this Christmas my friend decided to reach out to her friends to help this family and give them a Christmas they can really celebrate. See here: Life With Bubba, Chicky and Nika
I am blessed to know Bethany, someone to has so selflessly donated her time and energy to helping a friend in need and blessed to have been part of making their Christmas one they will never forget!!
I am blessed to know Bethany, someone to has so selflessly donated her time and energy to helping a friend in need and blessed to have been part of making their Christmas one they will never forget!!
Friday, December 11, 2009
12 Days of Giving- Day 6 & 7
Please consider making a donation as part of your holiday giving. CLick here for more information on this little angel : Reece's Rainbow
Monday, December 7, 2009
12 Days of Giving- Day 4 & 5
I woke up this morning wondering how I was going to "give" today and I thought, I will just look for the right moment and when it hits me, I'll know it. I got up, started the standard morning routine on little sleep as usual... got Evie up and settled in the basement to play while I got Sarah changed and nursed. Then, as I was feeding the girls breakfast and waiting for our nanny to get there (so I could finish getting ready for work), I was thinking about about how much I really am thankful to have her in our lives. Her relationship with Evie is amazing and her love for both of my kids is always evident.
I don't know honestly how I would survive going to work without her. I do feel very blessed to have her and I don't think I tell her that enough. With all the love and security that she gives to my family, I am forever grateful.
When she arrived today I made sure that I said "thank you" for all that she does and told her how much I appreciate her. I am also putting together a great collage of the girls for her for Christmas and having her family over to the house for dinner. I need to remind myself sometimes not to take blessings that we have for granted.
A "thank you" each day will go a long way.
I don't know honestly how I would survive going to work without her. I do feel very blessed to have her and I don't think I tell her that enough. With all the love and security that she gives to my family, I am forever grateful.
When she arrived today I made sure that I said "thank you" for all that she does and told her how much I appreciate her. I am also putting together a great collage of the girls for her for Christmas and having her family over to the house for dinner. I need to remind myself sometimes not to take blessings that we have for granted.
A "thank you" each day will go a long way.
Sunday, December 6, 2009
12 Days of Giving- Day 4
I actually had a few hours to myself today, something that I dont feel like I have had in weeks. Isa has been traveling a lot and working a lot, so I have been on single mommy duty a lot. Today I did a little shopping, kid-free, while Isa stayed home with the girls. Of course I took the opportunity to do what I always do each year and that is give a little donation to the "jingle bell" Salvation Army volunteers in front of the grocery store. All in all it was a good day and I hope that my little donation will give someone else a good day as well :)
Happy Holidays!!!
Friday, December 4, 2009
12 Days of Giving- Day 3
I received this email from a friend and colleague today. It's as if she knew about the 12 Days of Giving, but it was actually just a coincidence. Needless to say, its a great organization and a perfect opportunity to give. Now I'm off to Target to buy this girl a gift card!!!
***
As some of you may know, I volunteer as a child advocate for abused and neglected foster children in D.C. Approximately 2,500 cases of abuse and neglect among foster children are currently in the DC Family Court system, with approximately 1,500 new cases of abuse and neglect appearing each year. My program’s goal is to recruit and train a volunteer advocate to serve every one of these children. As trained advocates we represent one family at a time, with approximately 1-3 children ranging in age from birth to 21 years. As part of our role, we gather information about each child’s situation, submit reports to the court, make recommendations in the best interest of the child (such as where they should be permanently placed or where their developmental needs are), and most importantly serve as a mentor and friend.
How You Can Help…
Each year many of the foster children in our program go without gifts for the holiday season, this is particularly true of our older children as many of the gifts donated are geared towards children under 10. This is where you come in! There’s no pressure, but please consider sponsoring one of our children this season. Her information is listed below:
Shumeka is 19 years old and is a college sophomore. Despite some of the struggles in her life, she describes herself as loving, caring, and goofy. Her true loves are the Disney Channel and writing poetry. This holiday season she would like 1. Gift Cards to a Department Store and 2. A Pink or Purple Full Size Bed-in-a-Bag.
Please let me know if you are interested in sponsoring Shumeka this holiday season and if you would like to donate money towards a gift card purchase or donate a purple comforter set. I would need your gift no later than Friday December 11th.
For more information, please visit CASA DC at http://www.casadc.org/.
***
As some of you may know, I volunteer as a child advocate for abused and neglected foster children in D.C. Approximately 2,500 cases of abuse and neglect among foster children are currently in the DC Family Court system, with approximately 1,500 new cases of abuse and neglect appearing each year. My program’s goal is to recruit and train a volunteer advocate to serve every one of these children. As trained advocates we represent one family at a time, with approximately 1-3 children ranging in age from birth to 21 years. As part of our role, we gather information about each child’s situation, submit reports to the court, make recommendations in the best interest of the child (such as where they should be permanently placed or where their developmental needs are), and most importantly serve as a mentor and friend.
How You Can Help…
Each year many of the foster children in our program go without gifts for the holiday season, this is particularly true of our older children as many of the gifts donated are geared towards children under 10. This is where you come in! There’s no pressure, but please consider sponsoring one of our children this season. Her information is listed below:
Shumeka is 19 years old and is a college sophomore. Despite some of the struggles in her life, she describes herself as loving, caring, and goofy. Her true loves are the Disney Channel and writing poetry. This holiday season she would like 1. Gift Cards to a Department Store and 2. A Pink or Purple Full Size Bed-in-a-Bag.
Please let me know if you are interested in sponsoring Shumeka this holiday season and if you would like to donate money towards a gift card purchase or donate a purple comforter set. I would need your gift no later than Friday December 11th.
For more information, please visit CASA DC at http://www.casadc.org/.
Thursday, December 3, 2009
12 Days of Giving- Day 2
I don't have much time, so this one will be quick and to the point :) I found a family through the Salvation Army's Adopt a Family program that lives in our area and has a 12 month old little boy. They are in need of a lot of stuff, but especially a highchair. It is one of their specific holiday wishes. Good news is that I was about to list our Chicco Highchair on craigslist and just haven't gotten around to it yet. Now I am happy it has a good new home!
A shot of the highchair and it's original owner :)
A shot of the highchair and it's original owner :)
Wednesday, December 2, 2009
12 Days of Giving
A friend of mine, Bethany, has put forth a challenge.... or really more of a inspirational message, to "give" for the next 12 days. With that in mind, I will be posting my gifts to others and I hope that in the spirit of the holidays, in the spirit of helping those that are in need, and in the spirit of making someone else smile, you too will consider undertaking the 12 days of giving.
I think I am a day behind.... however, that's okay, because my 12 days can start now!! :) I am going to begin with somewhat of a sad story, because it puts context behind my gift. Raquel is a woman that helps me with the girls on Wednesday mornings. She really only is there to assist with Evie, but regardless, she is a wonderful lady and is wonderful with both of my kids. She is loving, giving and full of faith. About 3 weeks ago her own daughter had a little boy. He was born a few weeks early, but was a healthy 6lbs and 13oz with no complications. On Thanksgiving morning, her little grandson lost his life. They still don't have all of the answers, but regardless of the medical cause, my heart hurts for them. As a parent I cannot imagine the pain that she, her daughter, and their entire family must feel. This holiday season is going to be nothing less than painful.
I was trying to rack my brain and come up with something that I thought might make just one moment easier for them and flowers just doesn't do it for me. With that said, I decided to put together a care package for them. So far I have included homemade lasagna, bread & salad, flowers, a card, a necklace for Raquel's daughter with a charm on it with his birthstone... and thinking of a few more stuff. To be delivered tomorrow. I only wish there was something more to ease the pain, but I guess only faith can do that.
I think I am a day behind.... however, that's okay, because my 12 days can start now!! :) I am going to begin with somewhat of a sad story, because it puts context behind my gift. Raquel is a woman that helps me with the girls on Wednesday mornings. She really only is there to assist with Evie, but regardless, she is a wonderful lady and is wonderful with both of my kids. She is loving, giving and full of faith. About 3 weeks ago her own daughter had a little boy. He was born a few weeks early, but was a healthy 6lbs and 13oz with no complications. On Thanksgiving morning, her little grandson lost his life. They still don't have all of the answers, but regardless of the medical cause, my heart hurts for them. As a parent I cannot imagine the pain that she, her daughter, and their entire family must feel. This holiday season is going to be nothing less than painful.
I was trying to rack my brain and come up with something that I thought might make just one moment easier for them and flowers just doesn't do it for me. With that said, I decided to put together a care package for them. So far I have included homemade lasagna, bread & salad, flowers, a card, a necklace for Raquel's daughter with a charm on it with his birthstone... and thinking of a few more stuff. To be delivered tomorrow. I only wish there was something more to ease the pain, but I guess only faith can do that.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)
