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.
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!
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.
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. Want to connect with Special Olympics? Here are a few ways to find them:
Website (national)
29 Comments
Leave a commentThank 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!
Thanks for stopping by! So happy to spotlight an amazing organization! What events does your son compete in?
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!!!
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.
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.
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!
What a wonderful cause and I always love seeing Carlton’s smiling face!!
Thanks, Katy. He is one special guy.
You’re social footprint is so much larger than yourself! Thank you.
Are you saying I have a big foot? 🙂
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:)
Thanks, Jeni. You know how much we all love him and this seemed like a great way to honor him!
[…] I would love to read them. Comments for a Cause this month goes to the Special Olympics and I know you want to support that so comment […]
What a great cause. I love the pix of Chris and Carlton. I know how much you guys all love him.
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.
Thanks, Darlene, to people like you who are so faithful to stop by and comment.
I am so pleased things have worked out for Carlton and the family.
[…] What is your favorite waterfall that you have seen in your lifetime? Don’t forget to Comment for a Cause. […]
[…] So tell me – what has been your favorite volunteer job in your lifetime? Remember all Comments for a Cause this month go to Special Olympics. […]
[…] How would you like a cup of lovely tea poured from this fish mouth? I can’t imagine that any problem would not go away if you had a cup of tea from this pot. Take the top off and fill her up with hot water and tea and you have a fabulous brew.Thanks for popping over today and sharing some tea love with me. Don’t forget to Comment for a Cause . […]
Thank you for supporting Special Olympics Transylvania I am a coach and Volunteer since 2009
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.
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!
[…] BAM related fun but for now this is a simple recap of my fuzzy thoughts. Don’t forget to Comment for a Cause–it all goes to support Special Olympics in Transylvania County this month so comment […]
Always enjoy reading your mussings.
Thanks, Ozzie! I appreciate you taking the time to stop by!
[…] What book are you reading now? Let me know in the comment section and Comment for a Cause. […]
[…] Do you have a favorite time to hike? I would love to hear your thoughts today in the comment section. Every comment this month will go towards our Comments for a Cause – Special Olympics of Transylvania County. […]
[…] winner on May 6th. The great thing is that every comment will also mean a 50 cent donation to my Comments for a Cause recipient. The cause for April is the Special Olympics of Transylvania […]