Happy Monday!

I am determined that this week’s Monday will be MUCH better than last weeks. Despite the fact that it’s 3:30am, and I’m here, awake, still, waiting for my son to come home from his vacation with his BFF in Seattle. He called shortly before midnight to let me know they had just gotten off the flight in Anchorage and would be driving the rest of the way. I’m not sure if he’s going just to the BFFs house, or actually coming all the way home, and am waiting for either him, or a text message, letting me know for sure.

And, ya know, I missed my baby boy! But don’t tell him that – it’d embarrass him. On second thought, tell him, and use that “awwwwwww!” voice too!

Anyway, while I was waiting, I thought I’d let you know about the upcoming event at The League. Holly first told us about The League before their previous event in September, when they and their ONE DAY servathon, and now their gearing up for their next great opportunity, The DRIVE – the largest student-run food and clothing drive.

During The DRIVE, the students wil identify the need, then be instrumental in creating and implementing a plan to address the issues as related to poverty, hunger and homelessness in their own community. Together, they can organize a collection of items needed by the organization of their choice, items like food, clothing, toys, whatever is needed to help the families in their area cope with the upcoming winter days and holidays. It’s a great way to get your teens involved in helping others, and having some fun too!

If you’d like to support The LEAGUE for this event, The DRIVE starts on November 5th, and runs through November 26th. You can get more information at The LEAGUE website, as well as information on other events as well. As someone who has been one of those in need of a little help now and again, I strive to give back every time I can – and The LEAGUE is a great way for our kids, across the Nation, to band together and help others in the same situation! So check it out today, and tell Holly I sent ya!