New Round 2, Day 9: Food Drive

[HissyStitch]

There's an annual food drive going on all over the state, and State employees bring in thousands of pounds of food each year for local food banks. Since I work at a state university, there's a collection box in our office, too. It's been looking kind of lonesome and empty, so I put some canned food in a bag and took it in this morning. Hubby seems to pick up a can or two of baked beans just about every time we grocery shop, and they've been accumulating, so there were quite a few to add to the box, as well as some veggies and some canned chicken.

I almost thought I wasn't going to make it to my early morning lab today. The rear tire of my car had a leak and was almost flat. I know how to change a tire and have a spare, but if I did that I'd surely be late. But fortunately I had a can of Fix-a-flat in the emergency kit. It was enough to patch the leak, put air in the tire, and get me on my way after a quick stop at the gas station for more air. I stopped at the tire store on the way home to get it fixed. Our local chain fixes tires for free, knowing it's a sure way to build community goodwill and bring in more customers. So while my morning started with stress, it ended with a gift for me.

Needless to say, I stopped at a store and picked up two more cans of Fix-a-flat. Magical stuff.

[Lois55 wwt]

You are a woman of many talents.....and have a huge heart,too...

[Deb~ Community Manager]

The need for food drives has grown. Bless you for the gifts given today~

[Marina Wildt]

Ah! Isn't it satisfying when things that go around come around? And I love the food drive idea, I hope it all goes well. 

[Ann]

I am so glad that your day turned out well.  The food for the food bank is great.  The need is so huge for so many now.