Holiday Potluck

Tis the season once again. At Public Allies this time of year gets especially difficult for out of state Allies. The work they do varies in difficulty but the experience of being a Public Ally unites them to one another almost like family. So celebrating a holiday potluck to many is the equivalent of a Thanksgiving dinner with family. I don’t know if any of my previous posts have done justice to illustrating the great work Allies do but to put it in perspective, Allies usually work 43-50 hours a week in various nonprofits around the valley from homeless shelters to museums and health clinics. On the day of the potluck, I couldn’t help but to appreciate the rare and amazing feel of community radiating from the individuals in the room. People from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and identities all coming together to share a meal together and celebrate their work and community. This to me is the epitome of thanksgiving, and I give thanks to this community who has so openly welcomed me into theirs.