Hello AFTHAS family,
I hope everyone is enjoying their summer and staying cool working on some art. I am currently working on partnering with a veterans PTSD therapy group. There are a lot of veterans that could benefit from one of our journals or art supplies. I had a female veteran tell me yesterday that she has tried to journal but she didn't have the money to purchase an art journal. She has 2 kids and says all of her money goes to her kids and paying the bills. She said it has been a very hard transition since coming back to the states and getting out of the military after her injury. I am working on making a personalized journal for her as well as some art supplies so she has all of the tools she needs to begin her healing process.
On another note, Patti has been diligently working on putting together some AFTHAS coloring books. We've noticed adult coloring books are the new thing this year. Patti has a wonderful idea of having coloring parties with our members. If you can't make it in person we can always have you join us via the internet. Technology has made our options endless when it comes to meeting as a group. Our goal is to try and bring all of our members together and let you know how much we appreciate your love and support. Keep your eyes open for a blog from Patti that will explain this in more detail in the next couple of weeks.
I am currently reaching out to a few local groups to see if we can partner with them to build a strong presence int he community. I will keep you updated as these talks move along. If you know of anyone that could benefit from something as small as a journal or something as simple as paint or pencils, please let us know. We are all about paying it forward and would love to help in any way we can. I know first hand how much of a life saver all of you have been. When my health was bad a year ago it was all of you and your small acts of kindness that got me through.
Thank you to each and every one of you for letting us be a part of your life. We are blessed and can't wait to continue to pay it forward.
With all of our love,
Tina, Patti and Tim
