WE GAVE WITH LOVE!!!!

Today's Lunch On Us event went GREAT!!!

No, we didn't have news coverage, nor did we have ALL that we wanted to give but we gave with love. We  gave full bagged lunches, bags of snacks, toothbrushes and toothpaste, cold water and juices. We walked the city from 12pm to nearly 4pm meeting, greeting, and giving.

Surprisingly, many individuals refused the lunches but accepted the water. Which is understandable. There are others that accepted the lunches and then said "I hope this ain't no peanut butter!" Lol! Nope, Turkey and Cheese!!! Peanut butter is what most shelters and churches use as it won't go bad, so they were happy to know it wasn't peanut butter! 

Others were just eager to accept what was being offered not really concerned with what it was, but just grateful to be receiving. 

Our group received countless amounts of blessings from those needing help and from onlookers. One woman made it a point to tell our group how wonderful we were and that the world needs more people like us; which is sweet. However what was going through my mind was... THEN PLEASE BE SURE THAT YOU ARE THAT TYPE OF PERSON!!!  And this woman may be, but if she wasn't maybe we have inspired her! That is the key. Setting the example for others to follow. 

I want my kids and grandkids to care about the state of other people! Care about others' stories! Care about others' lives! WHY WOULDN'T THEY??? At many points in our lives, people have had to have demonstrated some care or concern with our well being or we would not be here!!! These PEOPLE are someone's child, mother, brother, husband, uncle, sister, daughter, niece, cousin, father, and friend. If they aren't now, they used to be! They are human beings whose lives have meaning. If not to you than to me (and GOD). But they are dismissed hundreds of times daily as if they are nothing. People walk pass not even acknowledging that another human being is in their path. 

Yes, I get a little hyped when it comes to topics regarding the treatment of people. And my passion will only intensify with time. The next event will be soon so stay tuned! We will have to do something for winter!!! 

Here are some pics from the day. I have some more pics and video I will post at a later date.  

Oh and the fitness part of this post is that we covered some serious miles today!!! 

:-)

Enjoy! 

Better yet... Get up, get out, and give!!!

~me