A Box of Ziti Goes A Long Way
The room was buzzing with excitement! Lots of people were sitting at tables. Voices talking and laughter filled the air. Servers were coming quickly in and out with garlic bread, baked ziti, and fresh salad stacked onto plates. Live music in the background.
On Saturday, April 14, 2012, Derek and I hosted a Ziti dinner to raise money for our upcoming trip, World Race. The turnout was incredible! At the highest point, we had 63 people, along with others coming later on in the evening. We estimate about 80 people total!
The amount of people coming was not the most incredible part. The way everyone came together and helped, was a beautiful sight to behold!
We are thankful for Char and Tom Urso, Christina’s parents, for purchasing all the ingredients to make the ziti, along with preparing it.
We are thankful for Jeff and Pat Simke, Derek’s parents, for purchasing all the drinks, ice, plates, silverware, and napkins.
We are thankful for those who helped serve food in the kitchen, to the people, along with cleaning up afterwards: Suzanne Almeida, Kristin Rhodes, Christy Palys, Jordan Simke, Cat Urso, and both sets of parents.
We are thankful for Kristin Rhodes assisting with setting up for the event and collecting money at the door.
We are thankful for Christy Palys taking pictures.
We are thankful for Kim Amstoy, Adelle, and Grandma Julie who helped prepare dessert.
We are thankful for the beautiful sound of music, and the musicians who helped: Tommy Two Thumbs, Eddie Locket, and Chase Foster.
We are thankful for Jb and his mom giving a ride to our friend Yvra.
We are thankful for all who came to partake in the yummy food and fellowship.
We are thankful for the generous and willing hearts to give. We are thankful and excited to share, that on Saturday evening, the Lord provided $2,248!!! Praise God!
Without any of the people mentioned above, Saturday night would not have been possible! We are thankful for the time and energy you sacrificed to help us out. We love you guys!!!
