When Shelley first talked to me about having a Craft Faire - well let's just say I probably wasn't nearly as enthusiastic about it as I could have been. What a dope. They're about 30 minutes away from wrapping the day up and it's been an incredible success: from pancake breakfast to caramel apples to lunch in the courtyard to over 50 vendors both indoor and out, it's been the perfect day. The weather's been incredible, the workers amazing, the face painting beautiful, the games, jumpers and DJ - running the cake walk as well -have all been... well, perfect.
The whole deal was to raise money for our orphanage in TJ, Siempre Para Los Ninos, and I'm guessing they've raised a bunch. Now, a perfect day in Riverside, hanging out with bunches of great people, enjoying time on the church campus, checking out the gifted work of so many artisans will all be converted into giving hope to children who once had none. God is good beyond measure.
Thanks to everyone who participated, planned, volunteered, worked hard with their whole hearts and to those of you that spent money on something. Thanks also to Shelley, who along with her family have kept the whole ball of wax rolling for months. Next time an idea comes your way, remember, just because it's not your idea, doesn't mean it's not a great idea... open up a little... it might just lead to the perfect day.
blessings,
Eric
PS
I don't know if any of them will have the juice left after today... but the song of the day is just for them... a song of celebration... kick up your feet, Great Job!
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1 comment:
What fun. I ate a lot of food.
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