Hello Friends,

Picture this: Seven spunky Angels between the ages of 3 and 6, plus one funny radio personality (Jeff from The Jeff and Jer Showgram) armed with provocative questions and a microphone. Mix well with some nervous parents, a couple of Angels staff and some healthy-ish kid snacks. What do you get?

Hysterical, gut-bursting laughter, that's what!

That was the scene last week when Jeff and our kiddos came together at my home to rehearse "Angels Say the Darndest Things!" for our annual luncheon on October 7th. It was an afternoon I won't soon forget.

As I watched the "show" I couldn't help but feel all warm and fuzzy seeing what wonderful, happy lives these children have now - so different from their rocky, tough beginnings. When the last little guy walked out the door loaded with snacks and love for the ride home I was so proud -- proud of our families who step up to this huge, gratifying task; proud of our kids who overcome tremendous odds to rewrite their life stories; proud of Angels and the work we do to help create happy, healthy families.

I hope you'll all join us on October 7th to witness the miracles we see every day. Five years ago I attended my very first Angels luncheon and I never left. The passion for changing children's lives that fills that room is undeniable.

Our kids will make you laugh so hard you cry, their stories will show you the important difference you can make, and you'll leave knowing that you gave an immeasurable gift to our babies.

With hope,