Harvest Fest 2009

Looking out over Harvest Fest on Saturday was an example of what community can be. Thinking over the past week and reflecting on all that was done to make this happen, we are truly thankful for all of you who made crazy games, donated scrumptious candy (so much of it, we couldn't give enough away) and overall went above and beyond to make this a reality. Here are a few of our favorite moments, although this is by no means an exhaustive list:

Watching Chris Sink give every kid that scored a goal exuberant cheering that put a smile on their faces for the whole day
Seeing Julie Eidson walk up in her "ballerina" costume - with Julie next to the table, no one could help but stop and talk.
Watching child after child try to conquer the crazy maze game or watching the smallest child try to throw a bean bag through the eye of a jack o'lanter.
Seeing a huge line outside the Salvation Army nacho truck.
Seeing all the great costumes!
Hearing from those in the community with concerns about the Green Bean.
Hearing the hoots and hollers coming from the "bowling alley" - kids were still lining up for it when we were cleaning up!

Overall, it was one of the greatest Harvest Fests we've ever had and we could never have done it without all of you.

Paula and Dan

posted by Steve-Dave @ 1:15 PM