The Niles-Buchanan Meals on Wheels was first established 39 years
ago. Since that time, volunteer drivers have travelled almost one
million miles to deliver nutritious meals to elderly and shut-in
individuals.
This Christmas, in appreciation of their work and with a desire to serve and cheer their clients, an Edwardsburg woman decided to decorate recipients’ Christmas tables. In the true spirit of Santa’s elves, she chose to remain anonymous when donating the 40 handcrafted, one-of-a-kind Christmas centerpieces. Her work was greatly appreciated by all those who received her handiwork, this week, in addition to their daily meal delivery.
Taking to the road with Meals on Wheels director Thom Christie and new board member Marcia Rifengberg as they traveled, delivering some meals and the holiday centerpieces, gives one a special appreciation for the program and those they serve.
First stop: Four Flags Plaza and Dotty Waterbury.
“Oh my land! Thank you so much. That is so beautiful. What a nice Christmas gift!” Waterbury said, adding, “If it wasn’t for these people I don’t know what I would do. I can’t cook anymore. I get a nice balanced diet but then I have to put up with that!”
She laughs as she motions toward Christie. They have a special relationship and each gives as good as they get.
“Life is too short to be too serious,” Waterbury said.
“She’ll haul off and take a poke at me if I get out of line,” Christie said.
www.nilesstar.com/2011/12/22/on-the-road-with-meals-on-wheels/
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