MooreMart and Ashley's Fight

Yesterday's campaign brought me to Hudson and Manchester for three specific events. Most of my morning and afternoon was in the Town of Hudson for the Rotary Pancake Breakfast at Alvirne High School and the Old Home Day, right across the street from Alvirne, at the Hills House. Sunny skies filled the air as people mingled about through the rides, food and some special displays. The State Police brought their helicopter and demolitions unit to the fairground and captured a lot of people's attention while Rochester, New Hampshire's Derek Small brought his Wildlife Encounters Traveling Zoo to Hudson to educate and entertain the fairgoers. Kaya, the Australian Wallaby, Isis, the African Serval Cat and Frodo, the Sulkata Tortoise were absolute hits with the kids. Check out www.wildlifeencounterszoo. for more information.
One of the fairgoers in attendance was Bob Winkler. Bob and Hudson Senator Bob Clegg have been active raising money for Moore Mart, a local not-for-profit that raises money for care packages and soccer balls to be sent to the troops overseas. Not one dime is used for administrative costs. All of the proceeds are used to make sure our uniformed men and women have the comfort cares of home at their fingertips.

Moore Mart had their staging set up yesterday to raise money for the troops and Bob was present to meet people and promote the cause. I purchased a soccer ball and signed the soccer ball with a big "Thank you." Bob further explained while the soccer ball is a big hit with the troops, they are an even bigger hit with the children of Iraq and Afghanistan . The soldiers utilize the game of soccer as a means of bonding and friendship as they serve their roles overseas. Many thanks to Bob and Bob for their work with the cause. Thanks for the photo as well!!! Check mooremart.org for information.

After Old Home Day, I travelled to Charbel's of Manchester to meet Ashley Daigle, a 13 year old girl diagnosed with cancer. Being a survivor myself, I believe it was very important to attend to support Ashley's fight. I know first-hand her fight ahead. The event was a huge success, in part to Chris of Charbel's Restaurant who opened up his restaurant to stage the event and provide the food. Great job, Chris! People came, bought raffles and enjoyed each other's company. Ashley is an amazing girl who has taken this battle with great stride and an unbelievably positive attitude. Way to go, Ashley! The picture at the top is me with Ashley, Casey Kehoe and Brenda Daigle. Again, a well-attended, great time was had by all!

See you on the campaign trail.......it is the beginning of a very busy week.

Bill