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Wednesday, January 22, 2016
Make a BIG difference—one child at a time When Sherrie Jones signed up to be a Big Sisters in the SchoolBased Plus program, she wasn’t sure if she’d be able to make an impact on a child’s life. “What can you really do to impact a child in 45 minutes, two or three times a month”, she said. Then, but the end of the first semester, when her Little, Gracie, came in for their lunch together just before winter break, Sherrie knew that she was making an impact.
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Gracie seemed extra excited to see Sherrie that day. “She ran into the room with her hands behind her back obviously hiding something”, Sherrie said. Gracie was smiling from ear to ear and said, “Pick a hand!”. So Sherrie picked a hand and Gracie squealed with excitement bringing around a small box wrapped in brown paper with a red bow. “it’s for you! It’s for you!” said Gracie jumping up and down. “Open it!” she insisted. Sherrie unwrapped the box and slowly took the lid off. Inside was a glazed clay ring. Green, red and gold. “it’s a friendship ring”, said Gracie. “I made it for you in art class!”. I want you to wear it forever and ever because you are the best friend I have.” she said beaming. “I’ll never forget that moment”, said Sherrie. “I knew then that our friendship would last a long time and that what we had did make a big difference to Gracie.”
UPDATES & REMINDERS
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Wednesday, January 22, 2016
SATURDAY—Sled Day!
Don’t forget! We’re meeting at the hill next to Cross Point church on Spruce Hills Dr. in Bettendorf at 2 p.m. this Sat.! Bring a sled! Hot chocolate and cookies will be served!
Craft Match Activity, Jan. 27 Learn to make beautiful candles! RSVP to jkeller@bbbs-mv.org
January 29, 10 A.M. at HyVee on 53rd and Utica Ridge Rd. EXOTIC FRUIT CLASS! Introduce your Little to a variety of exotic fruits. RSVP jkeller@bbbs-mv.org
WINTER JACKET DRIVE! If you have gently used, children’s jackets bring them to BBBS offices through February 12. Our Littles need to keep warm!
RAVE about your Little! Send stories to your Match Coach today! www.bbbsmv.org
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