We served a hot breakfast of grits, scrambled eggs and a sausage patty, with coffee and water, to 110 folks this morning. Most were homeless, some took their meal and ate outside because they couldn't deal with other people, and it was an amazing event.
I served coffee, and water if requested, to each table. I wore rubber gloves and an apron to hold extra sugars and creamers. We served a fresh banana with each meal and I cleaned the tables when they became empty. It was mostly men, a few women, and even young kids in the to go line.
I didn't take photos during the meal, for their privacy, but it was something else, and very rewarding.
In another part of the building they have small rooms for families, with rest rooms in the hallway. Off to the side there were large bins with clothing and supplies.
There were three ladies and another guy and me working this place, while Joe was back in the kitchen cooking. Meals were served in styrofoam containers because the dishwasher broke a year ago.
It looks like Monday through Wednesday will be my volunteer mornings, and I am honored to become a part of this team.