Crusaders Equestrian Team sponsored a toy drive for Christmas. We collected toys and clothing from people in the Brighton area. Several local merchants helped by providing drop off boxes.
We stopped at two different trailer parks.It was obvious that the families living there did not have much of anything, much the less money for Christmas presents. I enjoyed seeing families being thankful for new clothes for themselves and their children. When we finished with both of the parks and were cleaning up I was very humbled because we put smiles on every one of those children's faces for Christmas.
We all know the Lord is the real focus on Christmas but it’s still nice to have a present on that special day. Just knowing the children that weren't going to get anything on Christmas morning will now get that joyous feeling of having their own gift on Christmas.
Children of all ages around the world whine and throw fits every day because they don't get the one or two things that they want and need so badly.(or they think they do anyway) What they don't realize is that the children in those trailer parks will most likely never get that thing or anything close to it. Those children that do have the money for those items think they never get anything "cool" but how would you like it if you had 3 other siblings and your bed is right next to the door in a small trailer. Or you are 12 years old and having to work a normal adult job just to eat dinner.
I thank the Lord everyday for what my family and friends have, I also pray for those who are less fortunate.When you get finished reading this piece I hope you realize how truly blessed you are in life. Although I really enjoy what I have, this helped me realize the importance and privilege of caring and service to others. I would love to do many more events revolving around these trailer parks, families and many more.
~ Princess Malena Blue
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