Monday got off to a good start as Bruce and David made sure everyone was up and ready to face the day. It was a quiet night, just what we like.
Richard drove the morning Van with everyone aboard as Alequia's car is out of commission. Arrangements were made to have it taken care of--but by the end of the day no news on when it might be back in service.
Richard dropped children at Bright Beginnings and the Moms at the IHN Day Center. Lee had a job interview and things look good for employment for her. Keep her in your prayers that this will be a success.
Denise picked up Alequia and family in the Van and took the children to the baby sitters and Alequia to work for a 3- 11 pm shift. Arrangements have been made for a taxi to pick them up and take them to FPC...when the overnight hosts will welcome them in the wee hours of Tuesday morning. We have extra special volunteers who arise to any situation!
Terry was the On-site coordinator and got everything ready for the guests--with the able help of Sissy who put clean linens on the beds! It is clear Terry needs more training in that department, though he has delegation down pat. :)
Molly and William and Ethelyn brought the evening meal. There were Chick Filet nuggets and strips, a pizza, a salad, lemonade and ice cream sandwiches--yummy! The children, actually everyone, was delighted with tonight's fare. Thanks to everyone who provides food.
Jayne, the Afternoon Van Driver brought Lee and her family back to FPC. There is a little more conversation in the afternoons than during the still-sleepy mornings. Both Van drivers will be back on duty again tomorrow, for which we are grateful.
Patty and Steve were Evening Hosts and brought along their grandchild and a friend. What a treat for the guest children again--to have young folks to play with!! We are thankful for families who introduce children and grandchildren early to community service and caring for and sharing with others. There are few lessons better!
Julie and Hugh are the overnight hosts. I hope they get to sleep early as their sleep will be interrupted. By the way David and Bruce gave a thumbs up to the double mattresses on the host beds...hope others feel the same.
Please keep the families and the volunteers in your prayers this week. Our lives are touched by others, and we find that in serving we are served. Thanks be to God.
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