A Birthday Brings Gifts for Needy

--by tressyanne, posted Dec 10, 2008

I had a surprise 40th birthday party for my husband a few weeks ago and instead of everyone bringing my husband a gift that he did not need, I asked that everyone bring a food or paper product for our local food pantry. We had around 125 people that attended the surprise party. My husband was totally surprised. He was able to see people that he had not seen in a while. I had so many nice compliments on the party, but the special thing was that we were able to stock our local food pantry with $100 in cash and a whole truck full of food and supplies.
If you are having a party, stop and think about doing the same thing. Others will benefit so much more than we would with a whole table full of gifts.

"The world always looks brighter from behind a smile"

~ Author Unknown.

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Posted by tressyanne
Dec 10, 2008
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hi everyone wrote: Thats a good idea, i would have never thought of that

lovebug wrote: That is a wonderful idea, now that I know, I will encourage all my friends to do the same.

Tigerlily wrote: that's a fantastic thing to do! Kudos!!

speedi wrote: What a great idea,,,four people in my extened family turn fifty this summer and fall..I am gonna suggest your idea to them..

AURELIA wrote: That's an AWESOME Idea, I Love it. :) ~Aurelia

carmenb333 wrote: That's a wonderful idea! I will try to remember that and pass it along to others!

MakeSomeoneSmile wrote: That is great and I love your last quote!

liztree wrote: Awesome idea!

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