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Everyday AngelsThis is a call to ACTION!  Our own Nick the Appraiser  is raising money for the non-profit agency Hugs for Kids.  The main goal of Hugs for Kids is preventing child abuse and neglect by teaching expectant mothers to care for their newborns and providing the support and aid that they will need to succeed as new Moms.

Nick believes in this so strongly that he is putting up his beautiful hair for the cause.  He will have his head shaved down to stubble and film it for our viewing pleasure.  (Tee-hee!)  Ahem.  Anyway, in return he is asking for each of us to help him reach his goal of $5,000. 

This money will go to buy the very basics, such as diapers, formula and clothes.  Every baby deserves a good start in life.  You can help it happen.

This is where you step in. 

I believe in guardian angels.  I have no doubt that they exist.  However, I do not wait around for Holy Hosts – I think the guardian angels are within each one of us.  There are special moments that draw the angel out of each of us and make us into something better than we were.

I have been an angel for someone in the past.  She told me I was, otherwise I wouldn’t have known.  To me, it just felt like the right thing to do.  I hope there are a lot of others who feel that way about me.  But the best feeling is doing something for someone who can’t even give back.  That’s where we really get to shine.  That’s when it really matters.

I hear people complain about “these kids today” and that nobody cares anymore.  YES, we do careThink about the difference in the way a Mom can care for her baby if she is able to stop worrying how to afford diapers, and has a chance to sit and hold her baby with a smile on her face.  It’s a small thing, but it will mean the world to both of them.

Nick is giving us a chance to be a guardian angel.  He probably doesn’t even realize that he’s doing US the favor.  There is no feeling in the world like knowing that you helped someone who needed it.  I believe it does as much if not more good for the giver than the receiver.    

If you could use a lift, pull out your checkbook and help someone else.  I promise, it will help you feel better, too.

And you’ll get to see Nick’s stubbly head!  ;o)

        FOR DONATIONS:
        Make checks out to: Hugs for Kids
        in the memo put:  Healthy Families - client's incentive

        MAIL TO:
        ATTN: Nick the Appraiser
        Quantum One Realty
        3307 Northlake Blvd, Suite #103
        Palm Beach Gardens, Florida 33403

And there's something else you can do as well -- pass the word.  We all have a slightly different circle of readers and this message should be put in front of as many people as possible.  If you could, please feel free to write your own post about this.  Here are some others who already have:

Thank you for reading, now go write your check!!   

Comments (14)

Nick M.
Certified Residential Appraiser- West Palm Beach Real Estate - West Palm Beach, FL
Realtor-Appraiser in West Palm-South Florida Real Estate Appraiser

Sarah.. thanks for your support!! your post is very touching >sniffle<.. the angel touch is SO nice!! :)   this means A LOT to these families..

i really hope we can make the goal. that would be so incredible. :)  i'd love to brag about how awesome us real estate pros are!! :)    can i get some bragging rights?

here is some info about their family mentoring program.

Aug 19, 2007 01:04 AM
Desiree Daniels
RE/MAX Tri County - Robbinsville, NJ

okay done.......   $100 for Nick signed sealed in an envelope now let me flip over to George for Karen's information.

 

Aug 19, 2007 01:17 AM
Nick M.
Certified Residential Appraiser- West Palm Beach Real Estate - West Palm Beach, FL
Realtor-Appraiser in West Palm-South Florida Real Estate Appraiser

you are awesome Desiree..!! thanks for opening your heart and your wallet. I hope you're feeling really good right now, know that you're impacting lives in a positive way.

Since the website was introduced to the people at Hugs for Kids, they want me to meet the board of directors next week.. so this could be real good. :))   i'm going to see if they will let me post some pictures of what they do or their team.

thanks again, Sarah and Desiree :))))))

Aug 19, 2007 01:29 AM
Ann Cummings
RE/MAX Shoreline - NH and Maine - Portsmouth, NH
Portsmouth NH Real Estate Preferrable Agent

Hey Sweet Sarah - a very nice post to promote Nick's cause!  I suspect Nick and Hugs for Kids will be quite pleased at the monies raised to see Nick's head go bald.  I sent in my check already, but just might send in another one!

Nice post,
Ann

Aug 19, 2007 01:40 AM
Sarah Cooper
Real Estate Shows - Hurricane, WV

Dez - YOU ARE AN ANGEL!!!  Thank you, thank you! 

Ann - I sent one check last week and I plan to send another.  (Felt so good I wanted to do it again!  Lol!)

Aug 19, 2007 01:41 AM
Ginger Magoon
Remax - Bryan College Station - College Station, TX
Bryan, College Station Texas Real Estate
I think your an agel as well
Aug 19, 2007 02:06 AM
Laurie Mindnich
Centennial, CO
I've always been uncomfortable donating to unknown charities, because some end up in the paper on charges of misappropriation or WHATEVER.  Sarah, your judgement is sound.  I'll add to the pot another 100.happily.  Now up to the address. 
Aug 19, 2007 09:12 AM
Maggie Dokic /Indialantic | 321-252-8696
Magdalena Dokic - Indialantic, FL
Selling the beach in Florida's space coast
YAY Sarah!  Your readership should get the word out real well on this worthy cause.  GREAT post!!
Aug 19, 2007 02:01 PM
Lysa Napolitano
Daytona Beach, FL

Dang Sarah, you got $200 for Nick! WTG Girl! I'll be looking for you next March! :)

Aug 20, 2007 02:21 AM
Sarah Cooper
Real Estate Shows - Hurricane, WV

Ginger - *^_^*!!

Laurie - THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!!!  :oD

Maggie - Let's hope!  <Fingers crossed!>

Lysa - Woohoo!!!  You need some help?  I'm your girl!

Aug 20, 2007 02:42 AM
Jennifer Wilson
Agent Solutions - Calgary, AB
Agent Solutions

Hey Sarah! What a great post and wonderful cause. Way to go Nick for stepping up to the plate for this cause. You are an angel.

What happens with donations from Canada? I don't imagine that I can write a Canadian check. Are there any other forms of payment available? If not I can probably buy a US money order.

Thank you Sarah and Nick for everything you do.

Ciao!

Aug 20, 2007 07:11 AM
Nick M.
Certified Residential Appraiser- West Palm Beach Real Estate - West Palm Beach, FL
Realtor-Appraiser in West Palm-South Florida Real Estate Appraiser

BIG thanks to Laurie.!! appreciate the support!! :)  most generous..

Jennifer, its the least i can do, realizing how blessed i am :)   i think a money order in USD should work.

Everyone will be getting a slip in the mail as a receipt of your donation. see, i didn't fly off to Costa Rica to surf with the cash! :) haha.. i kid.

posting updates on the official site.

Sarah, thanks for your help..!!  AR power at its best :)

 

Aug 20, 2007 08:17 AM
Rick & Ines - Miami Beach Real Estate
Majestic Properties - Miami Beach, FL
Sarah - it's amazing to see everyone that's pitching in....it's such a great cause and it's so easy to help.
Aug 24, 2007 03:24 PM
Ruth Jacobs
Quantum One Realty - Palm Beach Gardens, FL
North Palm Beach, Real Estate Specialist, CDPE, SF
Sarah, So proud to be associated with such a great group of people.  People who step in and help Karen in her time of need, people to support Nick in his effort to help innocent kids.  Thanks for your well written blog.
Aug 24, 2007 11:18 PM