Week 30

For week 30 we decided to donate some baby items to the Woman's Shelter in Burlington. We put a basket together of diapers, wipes, clothing, bottles and soothers. On our way down Paige explained to me that she had already been to the Woman's shelter. I thought to myself that I hadn't seen it on the blog. So I asked her who had taken her. Meredith and Paige had gone there to donate pillows and bedding. She told me about the day and how nice it was.

Thank goodness I had Paige there to guide me how it all works to donate there! She was a pro and showed me how to buzz in and where to go! The shelter was so happy to recieve new items for babies as they are always in need of baby stuff. After leaving the shelter we all chatted (Alexia and Sam were there also) about how important the shelter is and how it keeps women safe. Another great day spent with Paige and the girls doing something good. Look forward to the next time Paige.

Steph xo

Week 29

Week 29 - For week 29 I contacted a friend who is actively involved in her community church. We discussed organizing a “shut in”. The idea of a “shut in” is to provide a hot meal and some good company to the elderly who have trouble getting out of the house. Paige, Jack, and Emma helped make a delicious spaghetti dinner. Paige made a tasty garden salad all on her own. We went to visit a wonderful lady named Mary. Mary is 83 years old and was more than delighted to share an evening with us. Mary gave Paige a big hug and said that Paige had made her month!! We made lots of extra spaghetti and salad so she could have several other meals. We also made banana bread and oatmeal chocolate chip cookies, which Paige was proud to serve. Mary was thrilled to have us over and has welcomed us back. We look forward to visiting Mary again.

Week 28

Week 28 – This week we decided to give toys to the Children’s Aid Society. Paige, Abbie and I got together to make summer baskets of toys for the children. We filled the sand pails with bubbles, skipping ropes, chalk and shovels. Once we finished each pail, Abbie and Paige carefully wrapped them with plastic wrap and finished them off with ribbon. To add a personal touch, Paige came up with the idea to make pictures for the children receiving the baskets. A few weeks later we delivered the baskets to Clara who works at the Children’s Aid Society. While we were there we also took some time to tidy up some of the rooms that are used for supervised visits. Thanks Paige for sharing this experience with us.