Yes tonight's photo is blurry! It was taken in November of 2006, at Mattie's preschool. That day the school was having a Thanksgiving celebration, in which the children and the teachers cooked some of the dishes being served. Peter and I were helpers in the classroom that day, which was very exciting. Prior to eating, Mattie's class was working on this wonderful structure out of red tubes. Mattie loved designing and building, so literally Mattie was taking the lead. Peter also loves the building process, so he and Mattie were having a ball together. Peter's energy also encouraged the other children to play along and get involved. I remember this day well because by the end of it, Mattie was running a fever and not feeling well.
Quote of the day: I think it's important that we give back to society and our fellow man regardless of our professions. We all need help at times. And when we support each other, we're all a little stronger. ~ Rhonda Hopkins
My first delivery today was to the HSC Pediatric Center in Washington, DC. Pictured here is Jenny, one of the child life specialists at the hospital. We donated 300 pounds of candy to HSC.
We donated 500 pounds to the House. Pictured with me is Lesley, the day time house manager. Who is taking our photo? My Georgetown friend Tim. Tim no longer works at Georgetown, but instead is working at Ronald McDonald. It was a lovely surprise to see and catch up with Tim. Tim was our philanthropy contact at Georgetown for years and we developed a close working relationship.
1 comment:
Vicki,
It is obvious the MATTIE Miracle Candy Drive is a success! Congratulations!!! I know it has to be a labor of love because all those pounds of Candy get quite heavy after awhile. Mattie Miracle's October/November drive for candy and the April drive for toiletries are such amazing family centered events. No one but another Oncology mom& dad know what would make a child and their parent feel somewhat special than to hear this cart rolling down the halls. The other hospitals in the area should be working with Mattie Miracle to ensure this happens at their hospitals. There are ways to make patients day a little brighter. I think the cart does this!!!!
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