At the last minute, I decided to drive to Pittsburgh with some friends to attend the final Exposure show of the year. It was well worth the road trip as we had a great time, hung out with some hilarious people and took photos of a beautiful city. Even worth missing the last Detroit Photo Safari of the year (considering I scheduled it, it is pretty bad I skipped it).
I am sure 2007 will find me on many more crazy adventures.
On Christmas Day, I received an email from a soldier in Iraq who received one of the care packages sent in your names. Here is his note:
I am Army SGT Curtis C. I received a care package with your name on it today, Christmas Day, here in Iraq. I just wanted to say thank you for thinking about us, especially during this season that is undoubtedly difficult for us over here. It is tough to be away from family during the holidays, and this is my second Christmas in a row away from home. Knowing that people back home that we don’t even know care about us definitely makes things easier. From our family to yours, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Don’t forget to make a resolution, and I hope you get what you were wishing for. Thanks again.
Makes you smile doesn’t it. If I get more thank yous, I will post them here.
So, where did I send the money for your Christmas Presents this year?
- Toys were purchased and sent to Mott Children’s Hospital
- Toys were sent to orphans in Benin (Frenchie has a friend in the Peace Corp there and this year, there was no money for toys)
- Care Packages were sent to US Soldiers in Iraq
- Meals were purchased for Detroit Homeless
I usually spend around $550 on my family and friends during the holidays and it went alot further this year. For the first time in years, I am really proud of the presents I gave this year. I hope you are happy too, but in case you aren’t, Scrooge You!
Merry Christmas
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