I can hardly believe New Year’s Eve is just one week away. Of course, nothing will change overnight… but this year especially, I think the new year will bring a sense of renewal we’ve all been seeking for a long, long time.
For me, 2020 hasn’t been all that bad. Despite contracting COVID-19 in October, I’ve remained safe and healthy. I have a job that I absolutely love, and have continued to pursue my passion in one way or another nearly every day. I’ve been able to safely visit with friends and family fairly often, and have actually been able to fly a decent amount as well.
With that — and as many of you are well aware — I wanted to do something to give back. I sold 2021 calendars featuring my photography, with 100 percent of profits being donated to Wings of Hope — an incredible St. Louis-based nonprofit. Right off the bat, I set a goal to sell 50 calendars.
Well folks, the numbers are in.
Through your kindness and generosity, we sold 55 calendars and raised $850! Additionally, Scott and I decided to donate $150 of our own money to bring the grand total to $1,000. To those who ordered a calendar, or even helped to spread the word, I cannot thank you enough!
Yesterday I made a trip to Wings of Hope — located at Spirit of St. Louis Airport — to check out their operations and make the donation in person. It was a great experience and something I won’t soon forget. To be able to share my passion with others while simultaneously supporting a local organization like Wings of Hope is truly the bees knees. It made for a perfect end to a less-than-perfect year, and I’m so thankful to be able to share my joy with you, my fellow AV geeks.
Wishing you all a very happy holiday season, and a year ahead filled with blue skies and tailwinds.
The Great Planes 