Paige Week #18!

I'm a little behind on Paige's posting! (sorry dewey) Here's week #18! We had called 2 hotels to see if they could donate soap and shampoo and received calls from both of them. So we were also able to pick up a large donation from the Holiday Inn. How amazing is that! Paige was excited because the last time had been so great. So....we drove over to the Holiday Inn and Paige spoke to women at the counter and told them that she was there to pick up a package in her name. They asked her if we were going away for an extended trip! Paige then explained about the donation and they wished her the best. She proudly walked out of the hotel with a very large bag full of supplies. Awesome.

Our good friend Laurel told us about the Hamilton Urban Core Community Health Centre. They take donations of hotel size soaps, shampoo, etc to give out to the homeless and use at shelters. They work with individuals and families and assist in addressing issues that affect their health. They offer educational programs at schools as well to promote health and well being. if you want to find out more or want to donate as well their contact # is 905-522-3233.

Paige walked in and spoke to the woman (Jennifer) at the front desk. She explained that she wanted to donate and propped the large bag up on the counter. A few other women behind the desk area gathered around and listened in to what Paige had to say. She explained to the ladies what she does each week and they were so amazing with her. Jennifer came into the reception area and took a picture with Paige. She thanked her very much for taking the time to think of others.

It's amazing to watch Paige grow up. Each day she learns so much. Remember your children learn by example. Live your life the way you want them to live theirs. They watch every move you make! Live it Phat!

Week #17 Big Thanks...

Paige wants to give a BIG thanks to Cindy at the Hilton Garden Hotel for the amazing donation she arranged. A good friend of our Laurel (she is a wicked Phat Chick that runs freak'in fast!) told us about donating hotel size soaps, shampoo, conditioner for the homeless in our surrounding cities. Paige and I discussed it and thought why not give a local hotel a call and see if they have some items to donate. Our first and only call we made we were connected with Cindy's voice mail. We left a message and explained what we were looking for and within a few minutes Cindy got back to us. We didn't even have a chance to call another hotel! Cindy was awesome and after she had said they would put together a donation she asked if we could also deliver some sheets, blankets and pillows to help people needing a fresh start. Could we! So we set a time for pick up and contacted a few people to make arrangements for drop off! So great.

First stop was the Halton's Women's Shelter and then on to the Downtown Hamilton Mission. The response was overwhelming and Paige was beaming as she helped carry in the supplies to each location. In her words...I like helping out and the way people are happy when we come. I wish everyone was able to have a warm cozy bed to sleep in and maybe these blankets and pillows will help. Awesome.

It was a great day and we are so thankful for the amazing people we met today.

A trip to the grocery store...

Watching Paige holding her great grandma's hand as they walked down the aisle in the grocery store was awesome. Time is precious and Paige is thankful for the few hours she got to spend with her great grandma on Sunday. Early in the week I asked Paige what she thought she'd like to do for Week #16 and she came right out with "I want to take grandma Pallett grocery shopping". Love it! And so she did this Sunday.

We met grandma and aunt Wendy at Second Cup for a coffee. Paige had picked out flowers for both of them (her auntie Wendy's birthday is today!). A purple potted plant for auntie Wendy and a pretty house plant for grandma. The florist was very patient with us as Paige filled out the cards and decorated them with cupcakes, flowers and hearts. A women approached us at the cash and commented on Paige's wonderful drawings "wish I was auntie Wendy" she said. Paige giggled.

We had a great visit and they both loved their flowers. Paige was so excited for them to read their cards and she gave them a big squeeze too. We said good bye to auntie Wendy and headed to the grocery store with grandma. Definitely interesting getting her into the truck. I think she was a gymnast based on the arm leg swing combo I witnessed her do! lol. Awesome. And she sat happily in the front seat ready to go.

Paige grabbed her hand in the parking lot and lead her to the front door. Grandma voiced that she could not see anything and that the store was "too dark!". So with Paige as her guide they conquered the aisles of the store and picked up some groceries for the week. Yahoo!!! Paige got her wish and grandma was pretty thankful too. Grandma called later and told Paige how happy she made her and how much she appreciated her help.

Spend time with the ones you love.