Pay it Forward!!!!

So I came across this blog and was so touched by it! you can read it by going to http://patrickandashley.blogspot.com/ and they posted this below to "pay it forward". i thought it was such a good idea! you will have to read her story about their little girl, it is sad (just to let you know)but it is really touching! we have been up to primary children's hospital with Austin when he was little and with lincoln. and it just breaks your heart to see all of the little kids. but it is such a great hospital, and we are really lucky to have it so close to us if we ever need it, hopefully not though!and when lincon was in the hospital it was such a blessing to have such great family and friends to help us out. i am planning on sending something to "pay it forward!"

MONDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2010

PAY IT FORWARD

We were overwhelmed by the support we received with the PAY IT FORWARD post. It was amazing to see so many comments left in 24 hours. Thank you.





PCMC called Chelsea back and from the sound of it,they seem ecstatic about the project! Really the only "rule" they are asking is that all things be wrapped/sealed. Keep this in mind with food items. Be sure to get items in a personal size. You don't necessarily have to stick with these food items, but something not too sweet would be best. Talking with the Beckstrands, we both agreed we rarely ate, and when we did the last thing we wanted was something with sugar.

This is the list for one basket. We learned there are actually 44 rooms, so multiply the list by 44 and we'll have what we need. :)

1 Box of Granola Bars
2 Trail Mix (Personal Size)
2 Goldfish (Personal Size)
6 Fruit Leather (At Costco you can get a box with 48 individual leathers for under $10)
Breath mints/Gum
Small Eye Drops (Visine)
3 Pens & Journal
Fleece Blanket for the parents (47" x 57" OR 42" x 52"- Try and go for the bigger one :) )
2 Pairs of Socks (preferably with grips on the bottom)
2 Toothbrushes
Toothpaste
Chapstick
Small lotion (non-scented if possible)
Playing cards
Disposable Camera

If you feel there is something else you could donate that we haven't thought of, feel free to send it.

*We're in process of setting up a Paypal account, we're hoping to have it up and running in the next few days.

*All donations or packages can be sent to
Chelsea Beckstrand
1198 Pleasant View
Rexburg, ID 83440.

Remember the list is only one basket. Whether you feel you can donate a box of fruit leather, chapstick, or your time by helping us put together the baskets, it will all be greatly appreciated.


We received a few comments about people making a basket where they live. We thought that was very sweet. Would you be willing to e-mail me before you donate it? Chelsea and I would love to send you a personal letter to place in the basket.

As of right now, we'll be compiling the baskets Friday December 17, 2010 at Madison Middle School in Rexburg Idaho. We haven't designated a time yet, but we hope to soon. Madison Middle school has been kind enough to jump at the offer and we felt it was a great way to let students serve. A big thanks to MMS!

Any questions? Leave a comment or e-mail me at ash_sidd@hotmail.com

Again thank you for the support. I know there will be many grateful families. Our goal is 44, but if we can we would love to make more.