Sunday Fun Day

Sunday turned into a busy, busy day when I triple booked myself. It started when Carolyn asked me to usher with her and I forgot I had already told Elizabeth and Wynn we would go to the Charlie Schultz Color Run in memory of their son.

The robotics club at Charlie's high school started the color run in 2023. Neither the students nor the advisors had even met Charlie. When the school reached out to his parents they were extremely touched. Charlie was gentle, kind, thoughtful soul who packed a lot into his young life before he lost his battle with mental illness. We met Charlie before he transitioned. I wish we had gotten to know him after he became his true self. 

When the students reached out to his parents they encouraged them to set up a foundation. This year they were able to give scholarships to two students to help them each with their studies. 

This is the third time Don and I have been able to attend. The large group is often divided into two main sections: those who are current high school robotics students and the rest of us (friends of Wynn and Elizabeth). The course is three-quarters of a mile long. The other two years Don and I ran four and a little bit to reach 5K.

This year we settled for three laps, 2.25 miles, because I was running late to the next part of my day: ushering at Somerset Valley Player's production of "Crimes of the Heart." I love ushering because it helps me feel connected with the theater. When I see a show by myself I hide into the woodwork, unless I happen to know someone. With ushering I have to talk to people. Carolyn and I handled the surprise issues with a smile and grace. In between we showered at a local Planet Fitness and grabbed lunch at Quick Check. 

I made it home in time to regroup and walk to church for our last TAIZE service of the year.