St. Patrick's Day happens to be my family's favorite holiday, so I was really excited to hear all about this event. I also love this idea because I like a good party and I love it even more when it is raising money for a great cause.
In the invitation she told the history of Baldwin's Relay For Life, and her personal reason for commitment. The invitation went out to all of her friends and family, with an open invitation for each guest to invite other friends.
The hosts supplied the majority of food and drink. Guests were asked to bring an appetizer and a monetary donation. In addition to their fundraising efforts, the hosts also registered participants who had not registered yet.
I found this poem by the Irish poet John O’Donohue that I thought was appropriate to both the Deignan's and all of those who give so much to beat this awful disease. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.
A Blessing
May the light of your soul guide you.
May the light of your soul bless the work that you do
with the secret love and warmth of your heart.
May you see in what you do the beauty of your own soul.
May the sacredness of your work bring healing, light
and renewal to those who work with you
and to those who see and receive your work.
May your work never weary you.
May it release within you wellsprings of
refreshment, inspiration and excitement.
May you be present in what you do.
May you never become lost in bland absences.
May the day never burden.
May dawn find you awake and alert,
approaching your new day with dreams, possibilities and promises.
May evening find you gracious and fulfilled.
May you go into the night blessed, sheltered and protected.
May your soul calm, console and renew you.
Not only did the Deignan's register more Relay participants but they also raised $450, and had fun doing it !
The Deignan's are planning on hosting the party again next year, so if you missed it make sure it gets on next year's calendar.
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