Today was the LDS Church's "Day of Community Service," formerly known as, "Mormon Helping Hands." On this day, around the world, LDS church members join with other churches in their communities to offer services to various establishments in need. There are projects for homeless shelters, senior centers, parks, the city and many more opportunities for services set up by each individual stakes for their respective cities. Our stake covers Huntington Beach and Fountain Valley. Our family was asked to serve at Heritage Park in Fountain Valley behind the police station and adjacent to the Fountain Valley Library. This park is a historic area that houses office buildings and artifacts from the late 1800's to early 1900's. Heather, Jenna and Kelly were involved in painting one of the outbuildings, and I was able to go into the real estate office to dust and sweep. I geeked out being in this building and getting to see the antique furniture and office machines. I even found a Sears, Roebuck & Co. catalog from 1908! The girls came to find me after a while, and I showed them all of the fun things in the office including where one may purchase a telephone or buggy and horses. Sears had everything back in the day! This was an especially fun service project because of the history here. Can't wait to see what we will get to participate in next year!
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