Being that we're a brand new subdivision with the last of the homes being completed and moved into about 6 months ago she thought a block party would be an excellent way to get to know each other but there was a catch........she and some of the neighbours new about the health issues and the struggles we've gone through over the past year so she wanted to take it one step further and not only make it a block party but also a fundraiser where the money would go to our family. We were in shock and high with emotions and really didn't know what to say (more like afraid to say anything because the tears were just at the surface). We humbly agreed and the planning continued.
This past Saturday we had our block party and it was a hit! Out of the 21 homes we have in our neighbourhood 19 participated as well as 4 others (the back of our homes face the alley and the kids all play together). A little worried about the weather at the beginning but it turned out to be a beautiful Saturday afternoon with the aroma of bbq'd hot dogs and hamburgers, music playing in the background and sounds of children's laughter as they ran and played on the road with each other (road was blocked off). Here are just a few pictures that were taken......
Cooper's Food did an incredible job sponsoring the event!! Not only did they donate all the food but also supplied the bbq and cooked the food. They also donated gift baskets and gift cards for the house draws PLUS donated toys for every single child. Here they are in action......
Of course none of this ever would have happened had Lisa not thought of the idea, organized it and run it!!! She did an incredible job. A huge thank you goes out to Lisa, to all our neighbours and to family (Mike, Nikki and Tricia) who were all so willing to jump in and support this great event. Because of their support $1085 was raised for our family. We are indeed blessed to have such wonderful neighbours who we can also call our friends!!!
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