I've been so busy lately I forgot to write about this! On Sunday the 3rd of December (almost 2 weeks ago now, wow how time passes fast) I was able to take part in Parity (charity for the local disabled) annual Christmas door-to-door rotary collection. I met with some of the other members outside a pub, and was the youngest there so felt a bit out of place at first, but was very quickly warmly welcomed. They were all so nice and jolly; one wore a Santa costume, one drove the Christmas grotto float that played music, and the rest of us wore bright yellow jackets and held collection buckets.We walked around town, knocking on doors to try and help raise money for the noble charity. I was shocked, being my first year, how many kind residents were expecting it and eager to give money (some for the 5th year, as an elderly woman told me with a smile on her face!) it was lovely to see the children so excited too, a couple of them even read out their Christmas list to Santa while others ran down the street in their pajamas to hear the Christmas songs and see the lights.
Of course we got a few residents that ignored or slammed the door in our faces, but that's all expected. The good far out-weighed it, it was so encouraging to see so many generous people so happy to give in this loving time of year. It really does humble you. Some even invited me in while they looked for money, so I could be out of the cold!
Overall, knocking on doors to the sound of Christmas songs in the cold evening was quite lovely and I can't wait to participate again at future events. Thank you to the rotary team for letting me join in (and a personal thank you to the man who gave me two jars full of money, how incredibly generous). Please everyone remember to spread the love this Christmas and hep those in need!
See Parity's website here
Get involved here
Donate here
