A Real Christmas story

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BBLUE CHAIRS CHRISTMAS
by Patricia O'Toole

Congratulations to the organizers Nancy and Marg for another joy filled day of providing toys for families who are less fortunate. For the past few years the section known as "The Blue Chairs" on Los Muertos Beach have held this fabulous event.

People were lined up waiting for the time that the children could go in and pick out a toy.

What an exciting day it was. Christmas day in the "Blue Chair" section where there were several Palapas with all kinds of toys hanging from them. There was Strawberry Shortcake dolls, bears, soccer balls and many other toys adding to the excitement of the children waiting in line to come in.
The children who were wide eyed and waiting patiently were allowed to go through the section – four at a time and were helped by a volunteer to choose their present. The first toy to go was a large "Strawberry Shortcake" doll by a little girl who had trouble carrying it because she was so small. I was humbled by the children's animated smiles as they chose their gift. The second "Strawberry Shortcake" doll soon followed.

The most popular gift by far was the soccer ball.
Girls and boys of different ages chose one. Large Teddy bears and large stuffed animals were second.

Cameras were flashing by many bystanders and organizers who were cheering with the children as they passed through the toy laden Palapas with huge smiles on their faces.

The REAL success was that EVERY child that came was able to walk away with something special. They ask for so little and the Blue Chairs along with volunteers helped create a touch of magic for these families today. Now this is what Christmas is really about!
Many thanks to everyone who volunteered and donated their time and toys; there are so many names to mention, however, I must point out a few who manage somehow to create this thrilling day for these families for the past several years! They are: Nancy/Marg, Nashville who orchestrated this event this year, Cheryl/Roy, Dallas, Nigel/Jordie, Vancouver, Canada, Fred/Steve, New Jersey, Julian/Phillip, New York, Elaine/Jessie, Vancouver, Canada, Don/Steve, Seattle.

Honourable mention goes to a couple of guys named Dan and Todd who apparently spearheaded this organization years ago but were unable to make it this year.

Thank you ALL for giving so much of your time and heart to these people, we the public and those who received your gifts are touched by your generosity.