My Y Week

At the beginning of the year, my friend Cory and I volunteered to help the Forsyth YMCA with their 2009 fundraising campaign. Every year, they dedicate a week to the Partner with Youth Campaign and ask members to contribute. This past week was "My Y Week."

Part of our volunteering duty was to stand in the foyer and talk to members about the campaign. They really wanted the lobby atmosphere to be fun so in addition to the informational table we set up, Chick-fil-a was invited to come out; they put up Jump Houses; and Buddy "The Clown of Friendship " (a.k.a. Wesley) was asked to make an appearance.

Wesley did such a great job. He came out on Monday and Wednesday and was a huge hit! Everyone loved seeing him and all the kids were requesting a balloon animal.

The entire week was such a success. We raised over $8000 and hope that more money will be turned in over the next few weeks.

Buddy The Clown of Friendship

Friday, Wesley decided not to put on all his make-up. I thought he still looked great with all his colorful accessories!

Jackson was not a fan of the Chick-fil-a Cow. His mommy and daddy were though. Both Monday and Friday they let us spin the wheel for free lunch!

We were able to get this picture of the cow and Jackson by distracting Jackson with the spinning wheel. He loved to spin!