Tis the season..of TRANSFORMATION

Yesterday, I attended a Toy Drive that was organized by a powerful leader named Damien.

Toys and resources were donated and will be delivered to families over the next week. Fun was at the heart of this drive as participants bowled and mingled.

I was only there for thirty minutes and was completely humbled by the compassion and love.

Seven attendees joined me to support me to spread holiday Cheer, in holiday gear at the Covenant House; Young men and women (some with children) are offered housing and food for around 30 days as a place to start off.

My experience was all that I wanted it to be and more.

I was dressed in a Santa Hat, with me, were special reindeer and elves that helped to deliver candy canes and chocolate during meal time.

At first, I thought how ridiculous we looked to people of this age group...That went away as soon as I saw a smile..I focused out.. and when I did, I saw my friends (some new ones) sit down and connect with strangers. That's what warms my heart.

It was so nice to feel the love and support from a community. I was grounded in my vision, and with others, it grew exponentially...

The overlapping love and support helped us to connect with strangers and create new possibilities for them..

I want to thank all of the powerful, authentic, loving men and women , I am humbled by your presence.

Special thank you to the elves, reindeer.. for spreading love..

Andrew, Emily, Walter, Bert, Jillian, Leo, Tommy, Naomi & Hung..

Happy (almost) Christmas Eve!!

xoxoxoxoxo

E

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