Symphony in the Park

Had a fantastic night last night at the Symphony in the park. Clare and I were volunteering as collectors selling light sticks at $5 each. We could only get 20 light sticks at a time so were majorly rushed off our feet running back and forth re-stocking as we were selling them so quickly. We ventured into the corporate tents and people were throwing money at us. One lovely guy gave $100 for 2 light sticks! Really restored my faith in human nature. We were raising money for the Starship Childrens Hospital so purchase insulin injection machines for type I diabetic children. Very worthwhile cause.
We were knackered by 9.30 pm and we gave in all our remaining stock and flaked out on the grass to watch the last of the show. The lazer lights were absolutely amazing!! all done to the star wars theme music and they were reflecting off the trees lining the park. Fantastic! Then there was the fire works all done to the 1912 overture. WOW! Just mind blowing! I thought the big balloons of sparks just filled the entire sky - and REAL cannons going off as well. A really great night. Clare and I must have pulled in over $1,000 in donations - our collection leaders were so happy with us we got actual hugs and an extra chocolate bar each! didn't really need the choc as we had stopped at a pizza place for dinner and wine before we even got to the event. Dripping with cheese, chicken and cranberrys!
Well - next day and my feet are still swollen from all the walking we did. Off to give them a rub. Take care.....