This is what some people had to say about the campaign before it starts:
NICOLE:
"Hey All,
So my name is Nicole Eustace,I am currently a student at Eastern College doing the Child and Youth Care program......Why did I decide to join this campaign?...Well why not? What better way to raise funds for such a good cause then to actually understand what it feels like to be homeless. Trust me I think its a crazy idea just as much as my family and friends, but when you are passionate about something you will do just about whatever it takes to help in any way to fix the problem!! I hope to take so much from this experience, as I feel its one of those once in a lifetime opportunities. To those who know me, this is the last thing they EVER expected me to do, and myself included is becoming a little fearful of next weeks events!......TO MY LITTLE MEN, MOMMY LOVES YOU!, XOXOXO!"
BLAIR:
"The hour draws near, I cherish my final moments at work, look forward to spending time
with my family to enjoy dinner around a table with good conversation. I have expectations
of myself during this upcoming week. Expectations with the success of the campaign and the
hope to have a minor impact on society. With the strong commitment from myself and the participants
of Sleep Out 120, I know that we will exceed the expectations I have!"
SAM:
"I'm just about to get in my bed for the last time before the start of the Sleep out 120 campaign. I'm trying to not over think this like I tend to do, but I get butterflies in my belly every time I think about it. I can't believe have quickly time has gone since the beginning of the campaign and that it's actually beginning tomorrow! I'm anxious to get started but I'm nervous at the same time. I'm hoping that mother nature is going to be on our side this week because I can't imagine how hard it's going to be if it starts to rain and our things get soaken wet. It's sad to think that most people don't have time to physically and mentally prepare for these things. I'm going to be facing so many challenges this week, not seeing my family and boyfriend for 120 hours! But I am determined to come out on top and I expect to feel such a deep appreciation for everything I currently have in my life, things I take for granted on a regular basis. Here's to keeping an open mind and being prepared (hopefully) to face everything that's thrown at me in the next five days."
NIKITA:
Today I am filled with mixed emotions. So very happy to be a part of this experience with wonderful people, for a very good cause that is so very close to my heart. However I am afraid of the unknown. You hear stories from the participants from last year but you truly don't known what it will be like until you experience it for yourself. I have already gained so much knowledge from being a part of this committee. I am so very honoured to be doing Sleep Out 120.
MICHELLE:
The last night in my bed at home before I become homeless for 24 hours. How do I feel? Well, I would say nervous and scared yet excited and eager. Nervous of the fact I'm actually going to be on the streets with nothing, homeless for 24 hours. Scared of the fact of reality as to what I will face during the 24 hour period. Will I get any food while down there? Where will I sleep? Can I even sleep? Will I be cold? Excited for this experience for self growth and work better with the youth in helping them realize exactly how important education, supports and not going down the homeless road are so crucial with within ones life. Eager to help raise awareness of the homelessness within our own city. Eager to help raise money for such a wonderful cause. Eager to challenge myself with becoming a better person, with a clearer understanding of the needs in our society. Tired ow as its 12:18am only hours until I meet the gang at Choices for Youth to start beating the streets. Gonna hit the bed and say my prayers goodnight. Pray for all our safety during the campaign and pray that this year Raises the roof of success for donations to Choices for Youth! Goodnight!
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