SAFEchild, Wake County's only child abuse and treatment organization, is commemorating its 20th year this year. I shan't say "celebrating" because it's simply heartbreaking that our community even has the need for the existence of this organization. I … [Read more...] about 20 Reasons to Support SAFEchild
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Volunteering with Kids
I volunteer at Deal's school every week. I have been in both my sons' classrooms every week since they started school. I do what I can, though it's not much. I want to do more. Being around children who are eager, imaginative, and curious is just the magical jolt to my week that … [Read more...] about Volunteering with Kids
Help Heal Kids Hurt by Abuse – Donate to SAFEchild
I've just come home from a SAFEchild board meeting. I am moved every time I leave the company of my fellow board members. It is so encouraging to know people who toil to make our community a better place. I'm humbled to be a part of it, really. SAFEchild is Wake County's only … [Read more...] about Help Heal Kids Hurt by Abuse – Donate to SAFEchild
Ronald McDonald House Keeps Families Together
She was just 17. Her birthday was Christmas Day, and not a December 25 goes by with a silent nod to Jana and a prayer for her family. I was in my 20s, working in a pretty fun job in my city's tallest skyscraper, earning great money, having lots of fun, all in all living the … [Read more...] about Ronald McDonald House Keeps Families Together
Diaper Train in Need of Diapers!
The Diaper Train of Wake County is completely out of diapers sizes 4, 5 and 6! They are turning away families who are in desperate need of clean diapers. Can you imagine not having clean diapers for your baby? This is not a time to be judgmental. When children are … [Read more...] about Diaper Train in Need of Diapers!
Talk to Your Kids About Childhood Hunger
"This post is brought to you by ConAgra Foods and The Motherhood, and I've been compensated for my time. However, all opinions are my own." We're on week two of summer vacation. At our house that means our days center around meals more than usual. We are the kind of family … [Read more...] about Talk to Your Kids About Childhood Hunger
Make It a Hunger Free Summer
"This post is brought to you by ConAgra Foods and The Motherhood, but read on see that this is a cause I believe in. I've been compensated for my time. However, all opinions are my own." Today is the last day of school. It's a day replete with milestones, anticipation, and … [Read more...] about Make It a Hunger Free Summer