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April 1, 2016

Comments for a Cause – It’s All Special

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April 1st and no fooling around here on It’s Just Life when I tell you that our Comments for a Cause tradition continues.  If you are stopping by for the first time the deal is simply this.  Each month I highlight a new cause on the first day of the month.  For every comment that is made on ANY blog post during the month Chris and I will donate 50 cents to that cause.  At the end of the month I tally them up and make the donation based on YOUR comments.  It is easy and all it takes is a little bit of time to leave a comment every now and then.  wpbp-logo-on-white

During March I found an amazing cause –  the Women’s Prison Book Project.  If you want to read more about why I chose this amazing ministry simply click here to go the my March 1st blog post that will tell you all about the incredible work that this organization does.  I am thrilled to announce that thanks to all of the comments during the month of March we will be making a donation of $195 to this amazing group of volunteers who put books in the hands of women inmates. I would say we had a successful month, wouldn’t you?  Thank YOU!

Carlton and Chris

Carlton and Chris

This is a special month in many ways but one way is because our sweet Carlton turns 47 this month.  If you have read the blog recently you know that we have had some big decisions to make concerning Carlton’s care. We came to a crossroads of sorts and I am happy to report that during the past week Carlton has been successfully moved to a lovely assisted living facility close to my sister in law and her family. My sister in law and her husband have worked tirelessly on Carlton’s behalf during the past four years and while this was an incredibly difficult decision it is the right decision and he will be able to receive the care that he is going to need while allowing the family the peace of mind of knowing that he is safe and well cared for.

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One of the things that Carlton loved to do in the past was participate in the Special Olympics. When we cleaned out his room in the family house we discovered boxes and boxes of medals and certificates from his participation in Special Olympics.  Strange as it may sound with all of the volunteer experience I have done over the years I have yet to volunteer with Special Olympics.  I hope to change that but for now I decided that there would be no better April Comments for a Cause recipient than our local Transylvania County Special Olympics organization.  The North Carolina chapter of Special Olympics has a lot going on and the local county chapter is a great place to start to help support a great organization.

If you have never heard of Special Olympics this is a brief description from their national website of what their mission is:

Through the power of sports, people with intellectual disabilities discover new strengths and abilities, skills and success. Our athletes find joy, confidence and fulfillment — on the playing field and in life. They also inspire people in their communities and elsewhere to open their hearts to a wider world of human talents and potential.

There is so much more to what this great organization does — encouragement, building community, health awareness and helping to further research all play an important part of this organization.   Locally our chapter offers aquatics, athletics, basketball, bocce, bowling and soccer.

So this month please come by often. Read and comment.  Let’s make April all about the special guy in our family and celebrating one of the organizations that brought him and continues to bring so many others some special memories.

If you have a story about Special Olympics please feel free to share in the comments section.  I would love to read each and every one of them.  Spread the word—each comment this month means a 50 cent donation (cap of $500) to Special Olympics.  You can’t miss with this one. Carlton and I Want to connect with Special Olympics?  Here are a few ways to find them:

Website (national)

Website (Transylvania County)

Facebook–Transylvania County

Facebook – National 

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  1. Emily
    April 01, 2016 at 08:51 am

    Thank you for getting the word out about our program! My son is an athlete and Special Olympics is the highlight of his life! I can’t tell you how much it has impacted him in so many ways and me as well!

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    1. Beth Ann Chiles
      April 01, 2016 at 08:54 am

      Thanks for stopping by! So happy to spotlight an amazing organization! What events does your son compete in?

      Reply
  2. BetsyLaughterLifeCoach
    April 01, 2016 at 08:55 am

    Carlton is such an inspiration. My aunt Judy also loved participating in Special Olympics! She had every reason to not participate but she did it anyway and although she often came in third of three she knew she was a champion!!!!!
    Thank you for supporting such a wonderful cause!!!

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    1. Beth Ann Chiles
      April 01, 2016 at 03:12 pm

      Thanks so much, Betsy. Anyone who knows someone who has been able to be a part of Special Olympics gets this, don’t they? They offer something that no other organization does and to such a special group of individuals. Thanks for stopping by.

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  3. Marci B
    April 01, 2016 at 10:03 am

    I LOVE the fact that Special Olympics is the recipient of your giving this month! I have been supporting Special Olympics for years now and I love them! And it’s such a great way to honor Carlton.

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    1. Beth Ann Chiles
      April 01, 2016 at 03:11 pm

      It doesn’t surprise me that you have been a supporter over the years and what a great thing that must be to be able to have a part in these athlete’s lives. Wonderful!

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  4. Katy Flint
    April 01, 2016 at 10:47 am

    What a wonderful cause and I always love seeing Carlton’s smiling face!!

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    1. Beth Ann Chiles
      April 01, 2016 at 03:10 pm

      Thanks, Katy. He is one special guy.

      Reply
  5. josh
    April 01, 2016 at 12:32 pm

    You’re social footprint is so much larger than yourself! Thank you.

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    1. Beth Ann Chiles
      April 01, 2016 at 03:09 pm

      Are you saying I have a big foot? 🙂

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  6. Jeni F
    April 01, 2016 at 06:10 pm

    Wonderful cause as always. Really thinking of Carlton as he eases into his new home. His apartment looks great and I hope he feels at ease as soon as possible. There are lots of people that love him and his family:)

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    1. Beth Ann Chiles
      April 01, 2016 at 07:23 pm

      Thanks, Jeni. You know how much we all love him and this seemed like a great way to honor him!

      Reply
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  8. Minnesota Prairie Roots
    April 04, 2016 at 02:51 pm

    What a great cause. I love the pix of Chris and Carlton. I know how much you guys all love him.

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  9. Darlene
    April 05, 2016 at 02:33 pm

    Another great cause. My daughter volunteered for the special Olympics when she was in high school. I am sure you will have another successful month.

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    1. Beth Ann Chiles
      April 05, 2016 at 02:40 pm

      Thanks, Darlene, to people like you who are so faithful to stop by and comment.

      Reply
  10. Darlene
    April 05, 2016 at 02:34 pm

    I am so pleased things have worked out for Carlton and the family.

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  14. Craig Miller
    April 19, 2016 at 10:24 pm

    Thank you for supporting Special Olympics Transylvania I am a coach and Volunteer since 2009

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    1. Beth Ann Chiles
      April 20, 2016 at 07:02 am

      Thank you so much for taking the time to stop by,Craig. I really appreciate all that the local volunteers do for this great organization.

      Reply
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      April 20, 2016 at 07:05 am

      Thank you so much for taking the time to stop by and leave a comment. I love how the local chapter is so active and involved in this great organization!

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