Today three fifth graders, Ana Julian, Ana Cristina Pena, and Wendy Galvan had the opportunity to help out at the annual ICO gift-wrapping table at the REI store in Encinitas. They did a GREAT job and really liked being a part of this worthy cause. Talking to the customers and wrapping gifts seemed to come so naturally for all three of them. As a reward, after the event, they stopped off at the beach in Cardiff. "It was truly the best Christmas Eve I’ve ever had," said Bill Tayler, who coordinated this event. Bill also noted that this truly was a great experience for the girls – exposure to a part of San Diego they don’t get to see very often, and people from a different walk of life talking to them, thanking them and making them feel very appreciated. Bill also commented that the REI customers, who tend to be outdoorsy and supportive of ICO’s mission, really showed them a lot of kindness.
"I feel so fortunate to have that kind of positive energy in my life," said Bill. If you are interested in supporting or becoming a part of these incredible opportunities to impact our young people, you may contact Bill via email.
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