So have any of you ever wanted to be one of the joe-cool Salvation Army bell ringers that hang out in front of the stores this time of year? I always have wanted to do that, and last night I finally got to with they Young Women. Even though it was probably the longest 2 hours of my life, and my toes were numb, I loved it!! I was kickin' myself that I didn't take my camera. I had about 5 girls with me at the local Smith's. And people are so kind! One guy put in a $20 bill, and I really think that we had more bills than change. But this is the part that made it totally worth-it...
A older homeless guy came up with all of his belongings in his shopping cart and put a handful of bills in the bucket. Then he went over to the other entrance and did the same. The girls of course were all over the place dancing and talking and havin' a great time (right ladies??), and when this guy did that they just froze. Their jaws dropped.
That is the kind of thing that you hope that you see when you are out on a service project with a bunch of youngins'. I think that is something that will touch them, at least I hope so, because it certainly did me. This time of year is so crazy... and this old homeless man really made me stop and think about really where our priorities should be.
I'm sure that guy has no idea what he did for me and possibly my girls. He was probably thinking about the other people he would be helping with that money he put in the bucket. But he really brought out the spirit in me, and faith in mankind. He made my Christmas!!
Alone at last
1 year ago
5 joe-cool comments:
Cool experience Jules. We really are blessed aren't we.
I'm so glad you were able to do the bell ringing. I had planned it because I hoped it would be a neat experience for the girls. I was actually going to ask you if I could tag along, but I had a YW in Excellence to attend in Bunkerville last night. I'm glad the night was memorable. Mark said he say you guys and wanted to buy you all hot chocolate because he could tell you were all freezing! Thanks for being a wonderful leader and I know the girls will be in good hands with you. Happy Bell-Ringing!
So, you must have got a new calling? I thought I remembered you saying you were the Choir Director last I saw you.
Cool experience! Those events always make you stop and think, huh?
You are so awesome Julz, and i can witness...you had to EARN some of that bell money!! (ps Julz is a great dancer!)
I've known since the 2nd grade that you are a good dancer, gald to see you've kept it up! I've been a little bit of a Hum-bug mood lately, long story. But I'm glad to hear that you had such an amazing experience. Thanks for sharing, I think it just made my Christmas a bit brighter. LOVES!
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