VFW Bingo

Last night was a night out with mom and dad. I met them at the VFW hall to play bingo. I didn't get a chance to see them this past weekend so decided bingo would be a chance for me to visit. My mom and dad are very involved with community and are always helping out for events. My dad is the Quarter Master for his VFW post and responsible for keeping things running with the bingo, military funerals, renting of the hall and whatever else they need done. He is also in charge of giving out commodoties once a month. My mom is always volunteering to help with local church functions, fairs and other events in the community. I believe that because they stay active in many things, it keeps them young.

Here is my mom in the kitchen serving concessions before bingo started.

Here is my dad selling the bingo cards. He, along with some of the other VFW members, also help check the winners cards.

Alot of the regulars have bags with ink bottles to mark the cards. Mom set me up with what I needed and showed me which color cards to play at what time. There is the baby bingo, black out and bonanza to name a few.

My mom is 82 years old and my dad is 76 years old. They are a source of inspiration and joy in my life. I hope and pray I can be as active and giving when I reach their age.

Ascension Parish Inclusive League Parents Day

On January 26th at 10:o0 AM, APIL is celebrating Mardi Gras. Children are asked to bring a wagon, bike, wheelchair or something to decorate for a Mardi Gras parade. While the APIL staff and volunteers are working on the Mardi Gras activities, parents are invited to participate in a Food for Thought workshop. This workshop will be a way for parents to network together and gain helpful information on resources available to them as well as advice and suggestions. Refreshments will be served and door prizes will be given. If you are interested in attending the Food for Thought workshop sponsored by Families Helping Families with guest speakers, Dr. Karen Sheridan and Dr. Kelly Paulk Ray, call (225) 216-7474 or toll free at (866) 216-7474 to register and bring the children along for the Mardi Gras Parade.

The day we had snow at St. Amant Park

T-Ball Starts in March

APIL Mission:

To create opportunities for children ages 4 - 13 with and without intellectual disabilities/developmental disabilities (ID/DD) to interact socially and work cooperatively while participating in recreation activities at their local recreation center.