Day 287 – Volunteering and Cookie Decorating

My day began at 4:30 this morning as I woke up bright and early to report for volunteer duty at 5:30am for the Annual Pell Bridge run. Actually, one of my readers suggested I volunteer for this service through the local MLK Center and I did. It was such a rewarding experience. I met a bunch of new people and ran into some others that I know- including Tammy who was actually in the race!!

I started out by handing out bibs to the runners and instructing them onto the shuttles. I then went to assist with setting up the finish line (I ziptied the liners) and then reported over to hand out shirts to all the runners as they completed the race. A local DJ came over to take pictures of us for their website so I snapped one as well. As they made their way in, the runners were very grateful to us for volunteering and many extended their thanks which was very nice. Then to finish it up, I helped break down boxes and tables in assistance with cleanup. All and all I was there just over 3 hours and it was so rewarding.

I came home and made breakfast for the family (Vinny had coffee waiting thank goodness!) After breakfast, we prepped and readied the crockpot with dinner. After resting for just a bit, I headed over to the Vanderbilt Grace to meet a group of ladies for cookie decorating. It was such a great time! We chatted and talked while decorating cookies with the chef of this posh location. We spoke about the blog and they were so very receptive and supportive. I got to listen to a couple of the ladies’ stories as well and feel like real connections were made. It’s amazing how this blogs intentional living has put some of the kindest people in my path and I am truly grateful.

Afterwards I came home to finish up our dinners final touches and after eating we enjoyed those delicious cookies and watched movies together as a family. And I must admit, there may have been one of the most beautiful sunsets ever tonight to end this weekend so perfectly. Cheers to an amazing week ahead….embrace it. Life is truly good!! #HGAL