Speaking of fundraisers, we also wanted to share about a wonderful fundraiser provided to us by virtual strangers. I (Disa) received an email from a Noonday ambassador, Erin Cox who explained that someone wanted to host a Noonday show for an adoptive family. She asked if we'd be interested in basically just showing up to the Noonday show and that part of the profits would be donated to help with our adoption. Noonday's mission is "a socially responsible business that uses fashion to create meaningful opportunities around the world." We knew Erin was a member of Fellowship Church but hadn't even met her and had no connection to Leah Roberts the complete stranger hosting the show. It was an opportunity we couldn't pass up. The night of the show was so much fun getting to share our adoption story with strangers and watching as they generously purchased jewelry that in turn helped in our adoption. Erin was also great enough to come to Farragut Primary (where I am a teacher) and my co-workers were able to shop and support the adoption. Erin then let me know that she was going to donate her commission along with the percentage raised from the show itself. This event along with Erin's generous contribution raised $824! A simple email, complete strangers and of course God provided for such an amazing opportunity. If anyone is interested in learning more about Noonday or hosting a show I highly recommend contacting Erin Cox (she's on Facebook) to get more information!
And now as promised our big reveal of the week. We would like to introduce for the first time with his soon to be American name, Lleyton Cai Benefield! Check back next week as we should have a little more information about when we might travel!!!
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