So many give so generously.

A man who insisted on anonymity drove to the fairgrounds toys and a donation. He pressed two $50 bills in my hand, asked that we honor his and his wife's parents with the donation, and dashed back out into the cold.

One volunteer passed along a donation from her daughter, who is serving in Afghanistan with the state department.

Another volunteer, who works almost all 10 days at the Christmas Bureau, slipped me a check and reiterated his desire for anonymity.

At least one volunteer was stuck at home today dealing with broken pipes.

This charity represents the fabric of our community.