Today is Give to Max Day in MN. It’s the perfect day to make a charitable donation because the donations you make to many of the local and national charities will be doubled.  My donation today went to the Lakes Area Youth Service Bureau in Forest Lake.  I made my donation I’m memory of my baby sister Kelly Jeanne Thompson. Even though Kelly is no longer with us her giving spirit is being applied to help youth in the north metro.  You can give as well (you have until midnight TONIGHT for your donation to be doubled). Donate at http://www.givemn.org. Even donating $5 makes a difference.  Every donation matters-even if you feel you can’t do much.  I appreciate the opportunity to give back and do it on a day that makes an even greater impact.
I’m also grateful for free lunch.  We had a celebration to wrap up our United Way giving drive lunch was provided.  Two of my favorite things-giving back and receiving something for free.

Enjoy this glorious night and know that if you aren’t able to give financially please consider donating blood or giving your time.  We’re a village!