Source: CDAPRESS MY TURN, Dec 12

Wisconsin family finds help and hope at Family Promise of North Idaho. The family had run out of options in Wisconsin and headed west towards a new start in Spokane. Unfortunately, further set backs left them without options until they found open arms and hearts at FPNI. See the full story at CDAPRESS MY TURN.

Just in time for the holidays and in the spirit of giving, Numerica Credit Union CEO, Carla Altepeter drops by Family Promise of North Idaho with a shocking but welcome cash gift. The presentation was captured as part of Numerica's CEO ON THE ROAD series.

Source: CoeurdalenePostFalls.kxly.com
Submitted by Stevee Chapman
Tuesday, December 9th, 2014, 5:57pm

Family Promise resident, four-year-old Jacob Mogavero, had a revelation while experiencing the Journey to the North Pole Holiday Lake Cruise on Lake Coeur d'Alene. The experience occurred during a Monday night cruise with his family which had been arranged by FPNI.

Jacob, a huge fan of Santa, was having a great time on the cruise and anticipating a visit with Santa when the Grinch appeared and spoiled the mood. 

As a result of his reaction to the Grinch, he wrote a letter to Santa asking him to punish the Grinch. In his words, "he should beat up the Grinch". 

During the car ride home, Jacob reflected on his reaction to the Grinch and it spurred him to write a new letter. This time to the Grinch. The letter read:

“Dear Grinch,

I was mad at you for being naughty to Santa. Now I think you just need some love.

Your friend,

Jacob”

According to his mother, Jodi, this realization came to Jacob all on his own.

Read the original story and see Jacob's letter at CoeurdalenePostFalls.kxly.com.

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