Frisco Clothe-a-Child

I had the joy of participating in the Frisco Clothe-a-Child Drive yesterday at Kohl's department store. We volunteered to help families shop for new clothes and add up the totals for them. I arrived at the store early (5:45 a.m.), but the parking lot was already brimming with cars! The leaders of the drive said that some families had been waiting in line outside since 1:30 a.m. to be sure they didn't miss out on getting clothes for their children.

 

My new friend Cindy Keys and I partnered together with a sweet single mom and her three children to help them shop for clothes. The drive provided $100 worth of clothes to every child participating. Helping out with this event was particularly meaningful for me because it brought back memories of the lean times my own family experienced after my parents got divorced. At that time, so many kind people helped us, and I felt that this was an opportunity for me to give back.

 

I was amazed to see the THOUSANDS of volunteers who showed up to participate in the event! Kohl's boasted camera crews, live music, face painting, balloons - they really went all out. It was such a joy to see the kids' faces light up as they selected new school clothes for the fall and winter. For some of these kids, it was evident that it had been a long time since they had shopped for new clothes.  

 

I enjoyed shopping with "our family" so much. I'd really enjoy getting together with them on a regular basis. I gave the mom my card; I hope she will call me so that we can get together! Have a blessed Sunday.