she'll be walking, yes, indeed!

I have finally thought of a way to let Sherry Giddens know how much I appreciate her helping me with rides during the shifter cable debacle!

 

During the WNS dinner tonight, one of the announcements was about her upcoming walk on Saturday with the Alzheimer's Association.

 

Ah ha!

 

I would support her team, Savannah Memory Keepers.

 

How appropriate is that moniker, eh?

 

I'm so glad she was at Asbury Memorial tonight... and I told her so, too.

 

I do hope her walk goes well... and that my $30 helps her hit the goal!

 

(smile!)

full family meal for the Angells

I know, I've already donated to that food drive.

 

"I remember. I know you also said you wanted to take more food, though."

 

That's right, I did. But I've had to reconsider that, what with the government shutdown heading toward a fourth week now. If the weak POTUS Trump doesn't get that straightened out before month's end, then millions will have a trick putting food on the table, as SNAP will run out of funds. That will include yours truly.

 

"Heard. Still keeping the faith, though..."

 

Yes, exactly. That's why I've put together a meal in this bag that'll be going to Asbury Memorial with me tonight. I've included a healthy protein - a large can of salmon. Another can holds mixed vegetables. Plus, there's a box of pretty pasta - for those like me who like their food prettier than it has to be. (smile!) And I've included a can of peaches for dessert!

 

"Oh, that will make some family a wonderful dinner!"

 

Thanks, that's what I'm hoping.

computer access for all, still

Yes, I've done it again: donated 4000 AARP Reward points to help the over-55 set have online access.

Communication is vital for mental health. 

Thanks, Senior Planet, for making that possible.

local food for all, please!

Bwah ha ha... it's that time of year again!

What time of year is that?

"It's SPOOKY to be hungry" time, that's what! 

The Asbury Angells have set up this month for gathering non-perishable foods for a local food bank, so I'm definitely participating.

I'm regarding it as sharing the wealth of my Senior SNAP. 

I took a bag with six cans with me to Asbury Memorial Church today.

And guess what?

Mine was the first contribution on the stage in Holliday Hall!

I could just feel Miss Virginia beaming at me... (smile!).

This time was all beans, but I will bring soups next week.

I'm so thankful to have food to spare.

it isn't just one thing that's important

That was my thought about the question posed by the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation in their survey.

The survey was in honor of this being the 25th Anniversary of the NMSF. 

They presented this list of six items and asked which was most important.

"historic shipwrecks and cultural heritage sites

diverse marine wildlife

healthy underwater habitats and coral reefs

recreation (i.e., surfing, kayaking, fishing)

conservation of natural resources

marine science research"

I was to only choose one, then write why I chose it.

 

Instead, I sent the following message.

 

"Without healthy underwater environments, there is no marine wildlife, there are no sports and recreation opportunities on waterways, and there would be no marine research with its benefits toward life on land."

 

I'll be curious if I get a response, other than the proffered sticker. 

 

Meanwhile, I have done my part by emphasizing that no one thing exists apart from the others, as all are part and parcel of each other.

a mitzvah for the oceans

No, I am not Jewish, but I am human and I believe in giving back to the sea.

That's why I participated in the Reverse Tashlich event sponsored by the Savannah Jewish Federation last Sunday.

Today, it occurred to me that I should commemorate that here, in my blog of good deeds, as well as on my beach.

The mitzvah we all performed that day was this: the removal of human trash from the dunes, the shore, and the water's edge.

Amazingly, there were over 120 of us that came and gathered more than 65 pounds of non-biodegradable bits of plastic, confetti, and other trash.

What an excellent way for entire families, including so many children, to show their appreciation of the life-giving force of our oceans! 

Good for us... even better for the Atlantic Ocean and all the other waters that it touches.

I am so glad I was there.

(smile!) 

food for all, please

Again, I am standing with the AARP Foundation to help end senior hunger.

 

All people, regardless of age, should have access to food.

 

In this first-world nation, it is appalling how many must still choose between sustenance for their bodies or medicines for their health.

 

I will continue to donate 4000 Reward Points toward this program every time I see this icon on the AARP website.

 

I am so blessed to qualify for Senior SNAP so I at least don't have to worry about my next meal, or the one after that.

 

i thank You, God.