In Appreciation

For years, Steve from the Boys and Girls Club of Troy, has been a big help at our big fund raiser, the Elf Shelf. Every year, Saturday after Thanksgiving, well before sunrise, he was in the parking lot directing traffic. It didn't matter if it was snowing, freezing rain, frustrated crafters, we could count on him to handle it.  So, when the day of his retirement party came, we along with eighty other people, our previous mayor, and John Pappageorge, a few of the TWA ladies attended.  Ann, Marilyn, Nancie, and Edith came to let him know that his efforts over these years was indeed appreciated.  TWA wishes Steve all the best in the next phase of his life.

Saturday in March, it must be Project Linus

Project Linus states as their mission "to provide love, a  sense of security, warmth and comfort to children who are seriously ill, traumatized, or otherwise in need through the gifts of new, handmade blankets and afghans, lovingly created by volunteer 'blanketeers.'”

This year, there were plenty of TWA blanketeers.  Carol H., Carol R., Edith, Elizabeth, Hannah, Julie, Kathy M. Kathi, Mary,  Parivash, and Vickie came to help.  Then we had four volunteers in training, granddaughters.

Vickie spearheaded material purchase. Kathy M. found time to work in pattern selection for an afghan project the knitting group is working on. We had helpers at the sewing stations, ironing tables, label, pinning and camera people.  On this day, as committed citizens, we brought comfort to babies and children at shelters, hospitals, and other non profits that are in the business of helping children.

Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it's the only thing that ever has." - Margaret Mead 
 

The Greatest of nation can be judged by the way its animals are treated.

Mahatma Gandhi said, "The greatness of a nation can be judged by the way its animals are treated."

This year the TWA animal committee (Arlene, Nancy,Kathi,Parivash, Jan and Karen) is focusing their effort on dog and cat rescue. They selected Michigan Animal Rescue League, a no-kill shelter located in Pontiac and TigerLily Cat Rescue located in Sterling Hts.

The two non-profit organizations have requested the following:

Michigan Animal Rescue League: RED LETTER ITEMS: These are the most immediate needs.

Cat and dog food- wet and dry, Cleaning supplies : bleach, detergent, mops, paper towels, etc.

Also needed—Kitty litter, small beds, choke chains and collars in all sizes, small live traps, dog and cat toys, plastic dog houses, blankets and towels, dog biscuits, Pet Supply Plus, PetSmart and Petco gift cards, Staples gift cards.

Tigerlily Cat Rescue requests cat items above and in addition they request things like carpet squares for cages and office supplies.

They will be collecting items and delivering them in the near future.  Another post will follow.