This photo is one of my favorite photos of my children. It was taken in 2008 not long after Savannah was born; Nathanael was 18 months old. Their feet have grown since then and still have a lot of growing to do, however they're already taking huge steps to change the world around them.
When we started this little blog, the intent was simply to document Nathanael and Savannah’s efforts at changing their little corner of the world. A funny thing happened on the way. They began to inspire others to want to change the world as well.
Enter our friend Shannon, whose own mother is a lung cancer survivor.
Shannon is active in the Relay for Life and other American Cancer Society events in Western New York. With the desire to help my children raise money in honor of their Gran, Shannon reached out to legendary Rochester rockers The Skycoasters, and set in motion a fund raising event.
On May 11, 2012, at Nola’s BBQ in Rochester, NY, The Skycoasters will play at a benefit for the American Cancer Society. There is a $5.00 cover charge for the band, and there will be silent auctions and ticket raffles, with a 50/50 raffle capping off the night. The Skycoasters will be taking the stage at around 9:30 PM, with the big raffle drawing at around 11:30. All proceeds will go the American Cancer Society on behalf of the Cave Crashers team.
The event will obviously be a little late for Nathanael and Savannah to attend in person, and they are a little young to be hanging out in a bar, but this event would never have happened without their inspiration. Many thanks to Shannon, for taking the initiative and making this happen. I will be there, and aside from the auctions/raffles, donations will also be accepted.
I am, once again, humbled by the generosity of others.
Don't stop believin'.
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