What are you doing February 5th?

A couple of years ago I attended Ty’s swearing in as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA). This was a proud moment for me because as a very busy man he was choosing to make time for such an important cause.  After he was sworn in, he and I sat through a hearing regarding two sisters who were being removed from their home. In the courtroom sat the judge, a CASA, a representative from the state, a mother, a father, their attorneys, and the attorney of another father who was in prison at the time. (The two children had different fathers.) Even before the hearing started, my eyes filled with tears as I glimpsed the four- to five-inch-thick book of documents on the table—the life story of two young girls containing account after account of abuse and neglect. As the mother of two little girls it broke my heart. You see, I have worked with and advocated for children in the foster care system for over nine years with the Junior League, but that morning “the system” became two lives whose fate hung in the balance based on the information presented, the CASA’s recommendation, and the judge’s ruling. As the hearing went on, I realized the magnitude of Ty’s commitment and the importance of his participation.

On Febuary 5th, Ty and I have the honor of being the honorary chairs at CASA’s Casino Night.  We invite you to join us in supporting an organization that provides a voice and stability for children, children who desperatly need it! This amazing evening is about caring for children and getting involved in the future of our community. These children will impact the future of our community our goal is that through our effort their impact will be a positive one.

If you are free and local on February 5th, Ty and I would love to see you there!  For more information and to purchase your tickets visit here!