Despite experiencing overwhelming challenges these past years, there are so many among us who are grateful for small blessings, and the joy that breaking bread and being together brings us over the holidays. This month, TheHUB celebrates the memories and food traditions we’re building together.
This year, and every year, Lottie Ferguson, ardent youth champion and director of grants and development at Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce, is most grateful for family.
“There is nothing quite like the unconditional love they give. No matter how hectic my day is, the cheeky grins and hugs from the children and warm embrace from my husband are the ultimate pick-me-ups,” she says.
“I am grateful the Lord chose them to be in my life, and I am continually prayerful I can be exactly what He needs me to be for them,” she says.
One of her favorite holiday traditions is people -watching over a hot cup of coffee at the mall on Christmas Eve.
“I try to spot people who look like they are having a hard time and offer to help,” she says. “Sometimes the help is just a cup of coffee or to help them decide the best last-minute gift. Other times, it is paying for something their child wants and they can’t afford.”
Editor’s note: Lottie is one of the many individuals that’s become a part of a social movement highlighting the people, places and positivity of Flint. Get a taste of our city’s emerging food culture at Savor the Flavor of Flint, a community-wide celebration of home cooks and area chefs featuring celebrity-led cooking demonstrations and entertainment, tastings, pop-up shops and dynamic discussions about the power of good foods. Learn more at SavorTheFlavorFlint.com
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