I grew up on a farm with very little to speak of.
We were a family of 5 kids, 2 step-kids, nieces and nephews
that my Mom took under her wing.
Now that I'm an adult and have more than I'll ever need..
I love to pay it forward thru volunteering.
In 2025 I picked up a new gig at
Nationwide Children's Hospital.
I'm a kitchen host, helping prepare food
for the people who are staying at
The Ronald McDonald House.
There are over 200 rooms available to those
whose kids are being treated at the hospital.
I choose the kitchen opportunity because
the last think any parent or guardian needs to worry about
is where are we gonna eat.
Columbus, OH RMH is the LARGEST in the WORLD.
I feel privileged I can help!
This was the first meal I helped prep.
Salads
Spaghetti w/Chicken Parm
The halls are filled with drawings the kids make.
All are framed by sponsors.
A huge puzzle on the wall!
There's a blue jackets area.
THIS is the signed jersey by the first BJ team led by Rick Nash.
I donated it!
I had won it in a silent auction many, many years ago.
It seemed fitting it that it should go somewhere
perhaps to raise money in a Chairty event.
OR hang on a wall, sharing it with many!
Of course there are BUCKEYE areas!
This is a quilt.
A puzzle
And play areas for the family children NOT
in the hospital
Private 'family' rooms if a family needs to
"get away" for some quiet time.
This is an elevator, designed as a space ship!
This indoor play area was sponsored by
The Columubs Zoo
My friend Regina, who reeled me into this!
Fast forward several months from starting this adventure.
Due to my husbands health issues and my stress level…
Time and travel to and from appointments …more things need attention.
I had to let this go, for now.
I need time to care first me…or I’m no good for anyone.
