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Hello everyone! I’m home! I had a wonderful trip to Arizona this weekend! When I received the alert that David would be in Arizona at the Anasazi Gala Event I asked my hubby if he wanted to visit his brother in Arizona on the weekend of the event and we went.
Knowing that David is very selective in the causes he supports I read everything I could about this foundation and it’s work. Since I was going to be making a hefty donation to attend, I wanted to know what I was supporting because of David. I was greatly impressed with what they do for the troubled and their families.
The event started with a silent auction. I bid on a couple of things and was successful in one! This was the first online auction I participated in. I receive an alert every time I was outbid with an invitation to rebid; it was fun.
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I chatted with a couple of “Walkers”, the name of those that lead or have been part of this program. I noticed that many of them wore small medicine bags hanging around their necks. I asked why. They explained that in the walk when they accomplish a goal they select an item to put in the bag and carry it close so they remember these things were part of the healing of their hearts. I was moved and knew that David’s light had lead me there. 
The doors opened at 6:30pm to a beautifully decorated ballroom. Everyone was assigned a table and I being a single attendee was seated in a great seat in a table sponsored by Hundai. My table mates were warm and friendly.
They did an incredible presentation with various speakers and alumni of the program, very moving. Following the light, having an inner light, sharing one’s light was a common thread among all who spoke. David was a perfect fit for this event.
David was announced and bounced out on stage with Brady by his side. David sang and spoke beautifully just as always. When it was over Brady was collecting stuff from the stage and I went over to speak to him. He is so sweet and kind and uber talented.
I saw Kari and she looked gorgeous. She was surprised to see me lol This was the first time ever I didn’t see anyone I knew in a filled room. I went over to an area where several were congregating in front of huge double doors and saw Firefly group of singing sisters. I couldn’t believe Maddie recognized me from Queens Creek. Maddie sang Don’t Give Up with David , the best duet partner for this song to date IMO. I asked to take a picture of them and they asked me to join them. I said why not. lol
Well I found that this group were big sponsors of Anasazi and were going to have a photo op with David. I was so lucky that they let me take part being a single donor and all. They were going in a groups and I went in by myself.
David glowed and he said hey you! Oh my gosh, I said I came! He asked how I found out about it. I told him an online alert and I asked my husband if he wanted to visit his brother in Arizona. I told David my husband asked if by any chance David was going to be there, I said yes. David started laughing that laugh of his lol. He asked where’s your husband? I said visiting his brother, more laughter. I thanked him for singing, for his light, for him being him, for his message, for not giving up on his gift, can you tell I was a tad excited? haha. The photographer asked me to stand next to David for the picture, I said oh yeah lol. Took the picture and said bye until next time. He thanked me for coming and supporting such a worthy cause.
I took video of the entire singing and talking of David. I apologize for the shakiness, for cutting his head off at times, and for my squeals. lol I tried really hard to stay still, without any success. At the end all the Walkers come to the front during David’s last song.
I don’t like the way it narrows but it happens when it gets uploaded. I hope you guys enjoy it.
Leaving the information for Anasazi for anyone who may be interested.
The ANASAZI Foundation is an organization headquartered in Arizona that has served families by introducing them to the wisdom of the the Navajo Indians, also known as “wise teachers” or “ancient ones”. It doesn’t surprise us that David, with his philanthropic heart, love of nature and respect for humankind, was involved in this event that was not heavily advertised. David performed many songs, including “Up All Night” and “Invincible”.
“Founded in 1988 by renowned wilderness pioneers Larry Olsen and Ezekiel Sanchez, ANASAZI gives young people an opportunity, through a primitive living experience and a philosophy that invites healing at the hands of nature, to effect a change of heart—a change in one’s whole way of walking in the world. ANASAZI’s licensed and nationally accredited outdoor behavioral healthcare programs are non-punitive—its caring and patient staff is focused not on bad behaviors, but on helping young people discover and nurture the “seeds of greatness” which lie within. To those at ANASAZI, the wilderness is not a harsh place to break youth down, but rather a safe place—a place free from distractions where one can learn, ponder, and build.
ANASAZI’s family-focused intervention programs (for youth 12-17 and young adults 18-25) are recognized worldwide for their unique and caring approach to treatment. ANASAZI’s preventive efforts—including parenting workshops and community drug awareness/education forums—have inspired two international best-sellers (Leadership and Self-Deception and The Anatomy of Peace), an Emmy-nominated drug abuse prevention campaign, and peacemaking techniques used as far away as the Middle East.”
Videos courtesy of WISH 107.5 Radio.
http://www.anasazi.org/about-anasazi-foundation.html
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