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Oh hi I’ve had bronchitis since Christmas and I’m feeling alive again! 😷 Finally getting to reflect on the past few years of this decade and I think the thing that was the most influential and something I feel the most accomplished about is service. From working at a refugee camp in Greece, teaching English, becoming a Kenya Keys Ambassador and volunteering in Africa, to raising money to build wells in Somalia, immersing myself in different cultures and traditions and creating @servekind, I have been so blessed to be a part of all these things and more! I have made lasting friendships, learned life lessons from around the world and had my eyes opened to things so much bigger than myself. Service has made these past few years the most worthwhile of my life and I plan to make 2020 the same way! So here’s to learning about life through serving people of the world 🥂♡🌎

I didn’t want Christmas to end without sharing a little thought I had👇🏼 • My favorite Christmas song is “Grown Up Christmas List” (the Kelly Clarkson version). It’s a beautiful song that talks about what is truly important in life. • One of my favorite lines is, “As children we believe the grandest sight to see was something lovely wrapped beneath the tree, but Heaven only knows that packages and bows can never heal a hurting human soul.” • Kind of a sad line, but it rings so true to me. It’s the perfect reminder to put things into perspective around Christmas, and any time of the year. A reminder that material things don’t matter like love, acceptance, listening, compassion, service, time and kindness does. This is something I always need to work on- so don’t worry if you got the perfect gift for the occasion, because it’s your love for others that will make the biggest impact 🖤🌎 • Also go listen to the song, it’s a good one.

“He’s my lobster.” -Phoebe Buffay🦞

Tabernacle Choir Christmas concert and Giving Machines with my lova 🎄

I have been so blown away by the community effort of family, friends, and even strangers to help my sweet refugee families have a Christmas this year. Thank you so much to all of you who have offered support and donations! By the first day all the families were sponsored and many others bought from the @servekind Amazon Registry and donated money on Venmo! Thank you for making such a difference in the lives of these families from around the world. I will be sharing photos and videos when we deliver the presents so stay tuned on my stories and check out our @servekind Amazon registry photo album to see your amazing service in action! THANK YOU! 💙🌎 • If you still want to get involved, go to ServeKind.com and check out our Amazon Registry. All items listed are needed by local refugee families. All you have to do is click and buy! The product gets shipped to us and we personally give the item to the family in need. There are lots of toys on the registry to get the kids this Christmas! #servekind #dogoodfeelgood

Hello friends! While I know Christmas isn’t all about the presents, I do have a few refugee families who would love to be able to receive some gifts this year. I am looking for a few more people to help 4 families have an amazing Christmas! • How to get involved: Check out the list of families below and see if any of them feel like the right fit for you. If one does, message me and I can let you know the details of what the family needs! THIS DOES NOT MEAN YOU HAVE TO BUY THEM EVERYTHING. Just a few thoughtful and fun gifts that make them feel loved and cared for. You can also help us deliver the presents and be a part of making a difference! • If you feel you are not able buy gifts for a whole family, but still want to help, another option is to buy (or Venmo) a VISA or Walmart gift card for $25 and make a meaningful impact that way! • #1. Eritrean family- single mom with 3 kids, boy (16 yrs.), girl (14 yrs.), girl (12 yrs.) • #2. Jordanian family- both parents with 5 kids, girl (16 yrs.), girl (14 yrs.), boy (10 yrs.), girl (3 yrs.), boy (1.5 yr.) • #3. Eritrean family- both parents with 6 kids, boy (17 yrs.) girl (16 yrs.), boy (15 yrs.), girl (14 yrs.), boy (9 yrs.), girl (5 yrs.) • #4. South Sudanese family- single mom with 6 kids- girl (16 yrs.), girl (13 yrs.), boy (10 yrs.), boy (8 yrs.), boy (5 yrs.), girl (2 yrs.) 💙🌎

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