Happy Independence Day to all my fellow Americans. God or Goddess bless the troops and I thank my country for what freedoms we do have.
Some updates:
Firstly, the little skits we put on for the kids yesterday was an absolute blast! I need to thank a few people for giving their time and efforts to make this a success: Shelia, Kathy R., Cathy M., Craig, Roger, Bill, Bob, Jamie, Sarah and Mike – you guys are wonderful and did an amazing job! Let me tell you there are some amazing kids at the hospital and a little illness isn’t going to get them down! Their spirit’s are strong enough to get through anything. We did shoot video of the whole thing that hopefully will be getting posted onto YouTube very shortly (Mike). We had so many skit ideas come from the kids that we will have to do it again in a few weeks!
They had so much fun with this and I think they enjoyed being apart of it as well and helping us out. We made sure we had jobs for everyone so even those that were not permitted out of bed could help. Most of the skits were funny or silly, but we did have one that was very dramatic. I don’t think there was a dry eye in the house after we were done and it was a tough one to get through without breaking down in the middle of it. Without saying too much, it was a young boy’s courageous battle against his illness. It had many emotions attached to it: joy, anger, sadness, bravery and triumph. Although the ending was tragic, the boy was brought to life again through his brother’s talented words. I only hope that we captured his loving spirit and did a good job at paying homage to him and his family. I’m tearing up now just thinking about it.
I honestly cannot tell you how these kids have changed my life. After my previous post, I know I’m doing the right thing by the changes I am making in my life. I only hope that one day I will find that someone special to share all this with. I have been accused of trying to help too much or having a “bleeding heart”; but in all honesty we need more people fighting these fights. We need more financial backing to find the cures for cancer, Aids, and many other horrible diseases out there. It’s not about finding the fountain of youth and trying to live forever; but when you look a 5 year old or a 16 year old in the eye that are dying from Leukemia – do you honestly not want to do anything about it? Can you just sit back and let the world go to Hell? I don’t believe that. Remember, it’s not always about giving money either. There is plenty of volunteer work that just need willing individuals who want to give something back with their extra time.
Second update for the day, the charity event last night was spectacular. Although, I was a little worse for wear having not slept since the day before; it was a good time. The Hartley Foundation raised a lot of money towards Parkinson and Alzheimer disease research. It was nice to be apart of it and I did get to meet key people in the non-profit world. Pictures will be posted (or emailed) soon since I have gotten a few requests. There are many events coming in the next few months (not all so extravagant) that I will be posting up the information. It’s a busy, busy time for me.
Lastly, for those of you who actually know me – things are going good. I’ve been smiling a lot more thanks to a certain individual who shall remain nameless right now; but they know who they are if they’re reading this 
An individual who shares some of the same passions in life that I do, so the last few days have been really nice. The doctor’s tell us that mom is improving and should be waking up any moment now. We can’t wait to bring her home. My life has been a mess and a little chaotic living in two places, but I would go to the ends of the world for that woman so I don’t care what nonsense I have to deal with. I do it without complaint and with a smile. She always has my support. I know I’m doing the right thing by still being there, but also going back to work and getting some things done in my life. Now I just have to go through the pain of finding a new place to live when I change careers.
Well, that has been my life the last few days. We are having a small cookout today for the holiday. We’ll eat, play games, swim and watch the fireworks tonight. Should be fun. Everyone enjoy it and please BE SAFE!!
xoxo The X-Girl xoxo
“All of us have the power to make a difference, but it’s in your power to decide what kind of difference you make.”
