So... how can I adequately describe today, other than being completely overwhelmed by the beautifully organized and decorated event and by the sheer number of people who came to support it. Estimates are that at least 1000 people were served for the brunch which was a tasty spread of home fries, scrambled eggs, sausage, pancakes, pastries, cereal, milk, coffee and juices. About 115 baskets and/or items were donated for the raffle and the bracelets quickly sold out. Additional orders were placed for more bracelets as well as t-shirts.
Mark and Sawyer were able to view the event and talk with many folks through a Skype connection -- it was a wonderful way to include them and let them have a chance to catch up with many people we haven't seen in awhile,.
We have so many people to thank for their time and effort in putting the fundraiser together and making it successful. They put in many, many hours to get ready as well as a full day working today. We love them all!
Ultimately what everyone gave Sawyer is the precious gift of growing up knowing that he is loved unconditionally -- it's priceless that he will have that as part of his lifetime experience. He fully appreciates what's been done (and that appreciation will mature over time) and will, in the future, willingly give back to whatever community he is part of, knowing full well just how much difference something like this makes to a family in need.
We all feel truly blessed and can only say "thank you from the bottom of our hearts" -- words that don't fully express how we feel but they will do for now until we can articulate differently.
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