03/26/2024
I wanted to take a moment to thank all of those who made Sunday's event Easter Bunny Bonanza & Benefit for Cason possible and a huge success. Thank you to Mayberry Meadows Weddings & Events for letting us host at your beautiful venue! They were so kind to generously donate the space for the entire day. Thank you to Talley's Custom Frame & Gallery for the painting activity. This was such a fun addition to the day and every kid got to take home a piece of their own artwork. Not only did Talley's supply all of the materials, stickers and bracelets, but they brought a team of volunteers to help assist each kid with the painting. Thank you to House of Posh for decorating with beautiful balloons. I never know what these ladies will come up with but I'm always blown away by their work. They also donated their time and materials. Thank you to The Brownie Bar & Tโs Treats for setting up providing delicious food and treats and for your donations to The McMillian Family. Thank you to Kids Lounge & Co for setting up with the cutest kid's clothes and for your donation to the family. Thank you to Mrs. Cottontail and Friends Programs & Parties for bringing the sweetest and fluffiest bunnies in the cutest costumes. I think all of the kids loved it! Thank you to Mount Airy Parks & Recreation and Peter Raymer for providing outdoor games and activities! Thank you to my friends Kristen White and Kayla & Lydia Williams for coming in and immediately helping me out without hesitation. I struggle with asking for help but these ladies made me give them something to do and it was a huge help for sure! They spent their Sunday afternoon helping me out when they could've been anywhere else. I am so appreciative of them! Thank you to my husband, Jonathan Smith, who willingly dressed as the Easter Bunny for the main portion of the event so that I could coordinate. He couldn't see, had to wear a tutu and sequins, and had the worst handler ever (me) that almost led him to flip over a chair. Thank you for putting up with my crazy ideas and participating in any way that I ask you to. Thank you to Hollie James The Preppy Peach~A Childrenโs Boutique! Preorders & RTS!๐ฐ๐ and AJ Culler - Magic in the Sun Travel for your sponsorship. Because of these two ladies and their businesses, we were able to cover expenses and donate ALL proceeds from the day to the McMillian Family.
And finally, thank you to all of those who attended and donated. I absolutely love this community and am reminded of how strong our community is and can come together to help one another in times of need. Please continue to keep Cason and his family in your prayers. God is in this story and we are putting our faith in Him. If you would like to keep up with Cason's progress his mother is posting updates on this Facebook group: Keeping up with Cason.
"I have told you these things so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world." - John 16:33