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May 10, 2011

A Blogger Baby Shower for Tuscaloosa!

I am sure like all of you were, we here At The Picket Fence were devastated when we turned on our televisions and saw the destruction that had been wrought on our Southern neighbors.  As many of you know Alabama received the brunt of the damage where it was reported that at least 23 tornadoes touched down  in Alabama over a 24 hour period!  



You all may know by now what a special place Alabama holds in the heart of Heather’s family.  Both Bama Boy and their son were blessed to be born in Alabama and their family lived there for several years.  They have many friends in the Tuscaloosa area that they could not reach for many days.  It is hard to fully understand what has happened to our beloved Sweet Home Alabama…




We know it is difficult to fully comprehend the damage that was done

Source: Fox News
The kind of damage that tears a road in half

Source: Fox News
The kind of destruction that levels whole communities

Source: Fox News
A storm that causes a neighborhood to flee with the few possessions they can salvage

Source: Fox News
With so much loss..we began to wonder.  How will parents and grandparents provide the bare necessities for their children

alabama_tornado_01.jpg
Source: Sacramento Bee

Because the pictures that always break our hearts the most are the ones of children.  Children who don’t understand that their home is gone forever..or a friend, or a grandparent..or parent.  Children have so many needs, and these needs can be difficult to meet in the middle of destruction such as was seen across Alabama.


Therefore several bloggers have joined forces under the direction of Callie of The Wannabe Athlete and her mom, our friend Dianne, of the Inspired Housewife  to hold a 


VIRTUAL BABY SHOWER FOR TUSCALOOSA 





Callie’s sister lives in Tuscaloosa blocks away from neighborhoods that were destroyed.  She has been volunteering at a local church that is aiding the community and is in desperate need for baby items.  The type of items we take normally take for granted.  Diapers.  Formula.  Basic Clothing.  


And that is where you are dear friends At The Picket Fence can help.  If you’ve been asking yourself, “What can I do?  I live so far away.  I can’t travel down there to offer assistance.  I don’t know anyone to offer help to.”  Here’s your chance!  We want to invite you to participate in our Blogger Baby Shower.  Here’s what we need you to do!

Visit the  Baby Registry that has been set up on Amazon.com – we have registered for diapers, formula, onesies, etc. Just click on the link above, the image below or the name is registered as “Tuscaloosa Tornado”.



Prices start at just $8.99 so there is something for every budget. Just purchase the item on the registry and it will be shipped directly to the church in Tuscaloosa that can get the items to the people who need it most.  It really couldn’t be easier  And as an additional incentive to participate in our Blogger Baby Shower there are two giveaways to enter for those who make a purchase of baby supplies for the victims in Tuscaloosa.
Dianne will be giving away a $50 gift card to Home Goods at her blog The Inspired Housewife and us girls here At The Picket Fence will be offering a $25 gift card to TJ Maxx!
We will be able to keep track of all donors through Amazon and anyone who makes a purchase of baby items for the Blogger Baby Shower for Tuscaloosa will automatically be entered to win both giveaways!  
So what are you waiting for?!  
Head over to Amazon and make a purchase to help the littlest victims of the storms that devastated our Southern friends and thank you from the bottom of our hearts, and if you feel so inclined we’d love you to leave us a comment letting us know that you participated in the Blogger Baby Shower.  If you yourself or if you know someone personally that was effected by the storm please let us know how you or they are doing!
And when you’re done making your donation we’d love you to pay a visit to the other fabulous blogs participating in the Virtual Blogger Baby Shower for Tuscaloosa
Callie @ The Wannabe Athlete
Dianne @ The Inspired Housewife
Meghann @ Meals and Miles
Carmella @ Creative Carmella
Beth @ Home Stories A 2 Z

Emily @ Daily Garnish
Catlin @ Healthy Tipping Point
Allison @ House of Hepworths

It would mean a lot to us if you would share the link(s) to any of the virtual baby showers on your own blogs, Facebook pages and on Twitter!  Feel free to use the graphic above.  We would love to see this spread to other blogs during the week so that others would have a chance to participate in this worthwhile cause!  Thank you!

Photo courtesy of Scott Fillmer @ ScottFillmer.com 


God bless you for your willingness to help and 
all our prayers to our Southern friends!

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  1. Amanda says

    May 9, 2011 at 12:41 PM

    I’ve just ordered a packet of nappies, will check the twins pocket money and order something later from them. It’s hard enough raising children at the best of times, let alone with all of this to deal with.

    Reply
  2. Laura Steckly says

    May 9, 2011 at 3:26 PM

    This is an awesome idea! I ordered this morning and I am going to get Anna and Isaac involved to order this afternoon from them too. Thank you!!

    Reply
  3. michelle says

    May 9, 2011 at 5:19 PM

    What a great idea! I ordered a few things. Thank you for posting this.

    Reply
  4. Debra@Common Ground says

    May 9, 2011 at 5:47 PM

    Thanks gals for sharing this site, just placed an order!
    God Bless, xoxo Debra

    Reply
  5. Debra@Common Ground says

    May 9, 2011 at 6:06 PM

    I just wrote a post directing people over here to the Baby Shower. Have a great day!!
    xoxo Debra

    Reply
  6. Kim @ Savvy Southern Style says

    May 9, 2011 at 8:48 PM

    What a super idea. I just ordered a couple of things.

    Reply
  7. Judy says

    May 9, 2011 at 9:29 PM

    What a great idea. I’ll head over there and see what I can do. Thanks for making me aware.

    Reply
  8. Robin says

    May 9, 2011 at 11:40 PM

    Have have posted a blurb on my blog with links, but I don’t know how to post my blog to your links.

    Anyway, this is a wonderful idea!

    Robin

    Reply
  9. Robin says

    May 9, 2011 at 11:40 PM

    This comment has been removed by the author.

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  10. NanaDiana says

    May 10, 2011 at 12:44 AM

    I will do this tomorrow- I have wanted to do SOMETHING and now I know what to do- Thank you! xxoo Diana

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  11. Debbie--https://refreshrestyle.com/ says

    May 10, 2011 at 1:42 AM

    I sent diapers! Thanks for making it so easy to help out! I shared it on FB and will post later this week on my blog! I hope a lot of people help out!
    Debbie

    Reply
  12. Pamela says

    May 10, 2011 at 1:09 PM

    Wonderful idea ladies!! Just sent a bunch of onesies their way! I will post on my FB page and make a post later today!

    Reply
  13. bj says

    May 10, 2011 at 2:16 PM

    This is such an awesome idea. Such a perfect way for us to help those so far away.
    Thanks so much..I am on my way over to Amazon.
    I will also post this on my sidebar for my readers to see and respond to.
    xo bj

    Reply
  14. Pam says

    May 10, 2011 at 3:11 PM

    Thank you for coordinating this so those of us who want to help and weren’t sure how, are able to!

    Take care,
    Pam

    Reply
  15. bj says

    May 10, 2011 at 3:16 PM

    I just sent my items..and also sent the link to everyone in my address book, asking them to send it to THEIR friends.
    Awesome idea…..
    xo bj

    Reply
  16. Leslie says

    May 10, 2011 at 3:44 PM

    I can’t imagine the sadness and hopelessness. I am headed over to Amazon…thank you for sharing this, girls!
    Love,
    ~me

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  17. ⚜ ↁℯℬℬᴵℰ⚜ says

    May 10, 2011 at 3:45 PM

    Going on over now to check it out and order some stuff…wonderful wonderful idea! XO

    Reply
  18. ⚜ ↁℯℬℬᴵℰ⚜ says

    May 10, 2011 at 3:48 PM

    Done! Sure does not get any easier than that girls…I sure hope everyone does just a lil something, it will help a family and a baby.

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  19. Lynn Richards says

    May 10, 2011 at 4:17 PM

    Oh, thank you so much for such a direct way to give. I love it. I’m heading over right now to do so.
    xo
    lynn

    Reply
  20. Marianne says

    May 10, 2011 at 5:25 PM

    Thanks so much for posting this. I just ordered a few things to be sent.
    Marianne 🙂

    Reply
  21. marie says

    May 10, 2011 at 6:51 PM

    This is such a WONDERFUL idea!! Today is a special day in my life and to be able to participate in this baby shower on this special day blesses my heart in a mighty way!

    Thank you so much for sharing about it ~ now I’m off to Amazon!

    Reply
  22. Anonymous says

    May 10, 2011 at 11:53 PM

    I ordered diapers & a pack of onesies! Love knowing I am directly helping mommies & their babies! Thank you for coordinating this project!

    Donna

    Reply
  23. Kathy says

    May 12, 2011 at 4:35 PM

    I saw this over at Kims blog and couldn’t believe how easy this was to donate…you are such great bloggers what a fabulous way to help and make it easy for those of us that are new to the techie world
    to also get involved.

    Reply
  24. Sarah says

    May 14, 2011 at 11:55 AM

    I’m heading over to order right now…thank you for the opportunity!

    Sarah

    Reply

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