Monday, August 29, 2011

August 24 Set-Up

First it was the 24th, then the 23rd, and then back to the 24th.  Some set-ups have a more complicated rhythm than others and this was proving to be one of those.  Of course it had to happen on Isabel Freeman's watch, but she handled all the vicissitudes of this event with calmness and acceptance which was so appreciated.

I was up in Summerland for a week and Karen was heading to Minnesota for her annual lakeside family gathering as the dates flipped back and forth for this set-up.  Isabel never batted an eyelash as folks who could originally help on the 24th, were unable to help on the 23rd and then when it was switched back to the 24th, some of the original volunteers had made other plans.   

Still, it happened, and went off without a hitch...or so I'm told!  Joined by Toni Colvin and Sue Forbes, the apartment looked great when they were finished as you'll see from Toni's terrific photos which I've posted below.

Thanks to all of you for handling this so ably.

 It's always nice when Juan is there to help.

 Toni and Isabel.  Toni's First Set-Up!

Isabel putting the baby seat together...something she's had a lot of practice doing of late!

 Sue Forbes taking a few minutes off for a photo op.

 Toni showing the cute bedroom for the little boy and girl.

 The parent's bedroom...hopefully this will offer them some serenity.

 Sue setting up the kitchen.

 The apartment...always great when it's a ground floor unit!

 A pretty shot of Westwood Transitional Village.  
I can only imagine what a welcome sight this is to families who have been struggling to find a home.

Good job ladies!  The apartment looks terrific.



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