MY BIG MONKEY.....Made me think.....

[Majichands]

So Today was the official start for My annual TOYS FOR TOTS FUNDRAISER.
This is the eleventh Year I have done it and I LOVE DOING IT.
So My first toy was brought in and it was a big ole soft stuffed Monkey so sweet good for a boy or a girl and I really like it myself but I WILL part from it; only after I take pictures with it. I just want to hug it. It is so soft. lol

So I was wondering what the guys thought when us ladies ask yall to bring things other than your full load. Is it a hassle to you?
Even if it is just wine? or chocolates?
Does it matter if you are offered a 25 dollar discount for something that may cost 5 or 10? Or if it is going to a good cause?

Do you feel like you are already giving to the Lady and she is already giving to you that a third party give is not relivant to the hobby

I know what I think but this is not only about me so kind of wondered what yall thought.. Ladies feel free to chime in as well.

[Guest081013-1]

Majic,

I am currently working with KACI in her quest for donations for the holidays to the Arlington Life shelter. I have had great responses from hobbyist about this event. I think its a great idea... if you offer the suggestion beforehand, MOST will be helpful.

Good luck for your cause.
Wish you all the best.
Amber rain

[mellowbear69]

Ladies.......I think...helping out is a good thing......I know times are tough but when you see the smile and the big bright eyes of a child getting a gift...I would say 90% of the men and women feel good and a warm spot in their heart.When my SO was alive...we would spend $600.00, ( 1 needed family and toys to the local VFW for toys for children ).Now that she is gone my income is way less but I give the same amount..I cut back on my escort visits but it's for the kids of families in need.My grandkids donate at the local stores where the Salvation Army is.
I think..what goes around..comes around..if done for the right reasons.
God Bless All

[LucadeJure]

Giving is the true spirit of the holiday season. In this case, the third party consists of children and there is nothing more important than helping a child grow to learn the spirit of giving.

More than once I've seen the quote "caring is sharing" on this board and it definitely applies now.