Diego Andres Moreno

A festive atmosphere greeted me this morning when I woke up and gazed out my window towards the neighborhood. My neighbors had full color yard signs advertising the wares that they were starting to display on long tables before their houses. Our mayor had started organizing a fundraising campaign for a nearby town that had suffered through a calamity, and everyone was already busy with the preparations for the day’s activities. Donations and other forms of help have already arrived from the town’s businesses, like those of the advertising company in the form of the colorful signs. The sharp images and attractive tag lines on the signs are enough encouragement for sure for droves to visit the bake sale later on. I knew I had to start moving as well, but as I was sipping from my cup of coffee I was really tempted to just enjoy the sights and sounds of the neighborhood. It was my job to oversee the setting up of the mini carnival at the square, where many other attractions would be available.   As a highlight for the day, an auction will be held that will feature prominent members of the community who will offer their services to the highest bidder. It’s looking to be quite an exciting day full of many worthwhile activities and attractions that will not only entertain but provide a means to help others. The great thing about it all is that as soon as everyone heard what the campaign was for, no one hesitated to pitch in and offer their assistance. It makes me proud to be part of a very generous community, and it feels fulfilling to be able to help out for a good cause.