Sometimes, for organizers, and sometimes for families, even a small event with a special needs family becomes a big deal.We can't always predict how things will unfold, and sometimes small joys show up unexpectedly.
It was time for our once-a-year family celebration—an event where families come together, relax, and connect.
I wanted everyone to enjoy it, but as always, it had been a struggle to get people to commit. Everyone worries: Will my child be okay that day? What if there's a meltdown? The anticipation and anxiety often take over.
We started planning a few weeks ago. The venue was booked, and food was ordered with the condition that we’d confirm the final count three days before the event.
The photographer agreed. We even found someone to organize fun activities for the kids and do face painting.
As the date came closer, we started getting responses from families. The team made dozens of phone calls to encourage sign-ups. Finally, the day arrived. Over 45 families showed up.
The food was delicious, the servers were wonderful, the face painter was a hit, and the photographer was outstanding. He was so patient and kind with the families.
Seeing these photos brings me the ultimate joy and motivation.
Our events are shorter than typical events, and the serving team helped with cleanup so efficiently that everything was done in no time.
I only remember running around, didn’t get to sit and eat, don’t recall who all I talked to, and I’m sure I missed many—but now, what I remember are those happy faces. And in the end, every smile made it all worth it.
Because these pictures tell the real story. And in those happy faces, I see the reason we do this. A blue Kanjivaram for the evening.
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