Reflections on Our Party in the Rain

I know I already told you a lot about our party.  You know, about all of the special things for the children and all of the food and all of the hard work.  But I think I need to say a little bit more to make sure you really, really understand how special these people are and what very special things they did to help us.  Not just anyone would go out of their way to do these things,  I promise. 

I know for sure that some farm people didn’t sleep and some got up way before they really wanted to so we could get ready for our company. 
  Some people gave up sleep.

I know for sure that some people took the day off work to help. 
   Some people sacrificed their paychecks.

I know for sure that someone re-scheduled her Senior picture appointment so she could help.   
   Some people put off important things they
   have been looking forward to for a long time.

An art teacher had her elementary school students draw pictures for our drawing contest. She talked to her students about our farm and how we help save the horses.  This teacher doesn’t even know us and she came out in the pouring rain to bring us the her student's wonderful artwork. 
  Some people went out of their way to teach children 
  about us and to make a special deliveries. 

Our teenagers and their friend gave up the entire day to help us, plus they spent time before Saturday baking and decorating beautiful cakes, cupcakes, and more.
  Some people willingly did nice things that added a
  touch of class to the place.

A bunch of strong men gave up their day to put up tents and wrestle them down from the top of the barn when they almost blew away.  
  Some people gave us their strength. 

A bunch of the farm people spent the day talking to our visitors and paying close attention to make sure all of the children had a good time.  I'm pretty sure none of them ever sat down, took a break, ate, noticed it was raining, or complained one bit.   
  Some people put others first and didn't
  mind doing so. 

A bunch of people who came to the party said they want to come and help the farm people take care of us.  
  Some people will give us their time. 

Other people who came to our party made donations so we can pay the animal doctor and help more horses get better. 
  Some people gave us their money.

So like I said, after thinking about it the past few days I thought I should tell you a little bit more about these people.  Some of the things they did may seem simple, but these things mean the world to us.  See, this place is special.  We are very, very loved animals and we really, really do understand that people go way out of their way to love and take care of us.  

Just thought you'd like to know...  and thank you everyone... 

Love,

Donkey