Last Tuesday night was filled with cheer, good food, and presents for the homeless. Everyone, including the homeless was in a good mood this time of year. Even though they may live under a bridge in the freezing cold or sleep on a pew in a church to get out of the weather, everyone was happy. One of the homeless was giving out Christmas cards to all of the volunteers and mentioning, by the way, he could use a little change. Even Homeless Eric got in the spirit of Christmas by helping wash the pots and pans. That was a first. All of the volunteers were happy as well. Many enjoy volunteering this time of the year by bringing their children and spending time with the less fortunate to make them appreciate what they have as a family.
Tonight we served 149 meals with the assistance of 32 volunteers. Thanks to everyone who helped wrap all the clothes and gift cards for the homeless. If you happen to go to Liquid Highway downtown and see a lot of homeless people, it is because each of them received a gift card for $5.00.
Merry Christmas!
~Marc
