After the heat of this summer, you are likely looking forward to a cool fall and OOTC, right?
Have you been well? Seen any of our guests throughout the summer?
I recently spoke with our guest Ralph who is managing but would manage much better if he had an electric scooter. Even used would be great. He has saved up a tidy sum which should be enough but the availability for used is limited. Anyone have any leads? Otherwise, he's on the list for a government issued item but will need to wait approximately a year.
You have received a few requests from our incredible committee chairs to participate in HOOTC's Second Annual Ride for Refuge occurring on Sat. Sept 29, Shabbat Hol Hamo'ed (Sukkot.) Although our Tuesday night group is self-funded, we still receive generous support from the overall HOOTC program. If you would like to sponsor a registered rider, PLEASE do so; https://rideforrefuge.org/home. Personal participation is up to each of you; I'll be at synagogue that morning but I'll top up someone's efforts!
Hey, I was at St Mary's last week and, great news, Celso says we will be returning there for next season. They're even putting a new roof on and returning the natural brick to it's original state - all for us!
The loss of the Basic Income Project is extremely disappointing, in my opinion. If you agree, maybe you can join me in voicing your displeasure with your MPP. A few of our guests who were so fortunate to be accepted to the program last year, shared how the additional dollars were already making huge differences in their lives. Jane said that she felt at odds about still coming for our dinners because she could afford groceries but she loved the socialization and all of us. Of course, I begged her to keep coming. Tim said that he would be able to replace a pair of running shoes. As I was listening to the Aretha Franklin, z"l, Tribute Channel the other day, the lyrics, below, to "A Brand New Me" seemed to encapsulate the above message and our program in general.
Norma and I join together in wishing you a Happy and Healthy New Year,
Shana Tova and you will be hearing from us again in October regarding our return for Season 19.
Shabbat Shalom,
Cindy
This is my same old coat
These are my same old shoes
It was the same old me
With a same old blues
Oh, then you touched my life
Just by holding my hand
And when I look in the mirror
I see a brand new girl, oh me
Just because of you
I've got the same old friends
And they've got the same old shins
I tell the same old jokes
And I get the same old grins
But now the joke is on you
It happened somehow with you
Everyday of my life
I'm as fresh as morning dew
Just because of you
I go to the same old places
I see the same old faces
I look at the same old sky
See it all with a brand new light
And I got me a brand new smile
Since I found you, baby
I got me a brand new star
Just because of you
Oh I feel good Just because of you, hey (just because of you) Just because of you, yes I do.
