I spent my
day off yesterday going through items for our upcoming Splash for CF Yard Sale.
So far we have gathered quite a few bags and boxes of baby items, clothes, toys
and more! My 10 year old daughter helped me clean out her room of toys she
doesn’t play with anymore, clothes that don’t fit and odds and ends she has
collected. My 2 year old son took every toy we put in the bag out and said “I
play with this”…. Even though he hadn’t picked it up in a year! It was a fun way to spend a morning, and was
a great experience for my daughter. I hope to teach her the things my parents
and grandparents had taught me when I was young. I hope to explain to her the
importance of giving back, to help those in need and to try to make a
difference.
Growing up
I have witnessed my family members helping in many fundraising suppers, breakfasts
and teas. The one thing I remember is the positive attitude around each event. I
don’t remember hearing about “having” to work an event, but more the joy behind
how much was raised for a worthy cause. I bet I could not count how many
dinners my Grandmother has worked, planned, organized and baked for and she is always
willing to help with anyone else’s events. I so admire her passion to help and
I try to have the same positive attitude!
As I begin
my fundraising journey this year with my Mom assisting me and my fellow staff
members all pitching in, I am excited to see what we can come up with. When I
see names signing up on the volunteer list it thrills me! I just wanted to take
this opportunity to say thank you to the staff and family members who help out
with the planning and I am looking forward to seeing all of you on the day of
the upcoming event!
Talk soon,
Liana Rhodenizer
Mike will be firing up the BBQ on our family fun day! Check out this fun news clipping I found I think it said year 2000!
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