Yesterday was one of those days where I got to have fun making other people happy — no strings attached. Jill Dudley of Show-Me Dinos and I went gallivanting through The District hugging anyone who wanted a little extra love on Valentine's Day. We stopped by businesses, held a mini dance party in front of City Hall, and skipped through Alley A.
There were quite a few kiddos who weren't sure how to interpret our presence, but one, in particular, chased us down Tenth street just to give us high-fives and prompt a discussion about dinos vs. zombies.
A gentleman from our homeless community warmly accepted two hugs as he held his sign which read, "Anything helps."
A loving, elderly couple was getting into their car after a coffee date in the North Village Arts District and appeared overjoyed as we approached. They both took turns hugging us before continuing on their way.
It wasn't just a good day, it was the perfect day.
The day was so amazing that Jill and I immediately started brainstorming ways we could use the costumes to help raise money for local organizations (because we're entrepreneurs and always need a new venture...)