As a resident of the mountains of NC, I want to thank you for this video! What a wonderful idea to pack more boxes to make up for the boxes that can't be packed this year. I personally did not experience a loss from the hurricane, except that I lost precious time to pack my boxes. I am now very far behind schedule. This video warms my heart and has motivated me to pack faster! Thank you to all of you who have agreed to pack 2 more! ❤
You are so welcome! Thank you so much for watching and I want you to know I am thinking of you and your community. I have seen such devastating videos. I hope the word gets out to pack more boxes for those who can’t! 💕
Love this idea!! Yes, I feel so sorry for the people who lost shoeboxes but mainly their homes. So they have a lot to worry about for now. We all should pack for to compensate for their losses. I love your connection to Stephanie, how your kids know each other and went to the trip. Small world! Great shoeboes, and inside lid cover. I especially like the stars one. Great variety of stickers. Nice very full pencil pouch! My favorite is the paracord kit. The lantern goes perfectly with the logo. Beautiful stuffy. Of course, the harmonica is another favorite. The calculator is a definitely a wow item! The second shoebox is equally as awesome. The shirt is super fun. Very inspiring shoeboxes, Denise! More shoeboxes are needed during this difficult time.
Thanks Sharon! Yes, I could not believe how many homes were destroyed and just washed away. So very sad. I’ve already heard of lost shoeboxes, time and funds to finish packing so more boxes will definitely help! I loved putting these two boy boxes together with no planning…sometimes the best! Thanks for watching friend!
A wonderful tribute to send two more shoeboxes for Florida and North Carolina. And how great that these are for older boys. Awesome the work your daughter has done 🤍 Great jog packing everything up! I love those math kits. And I love adding emergency thermal blankets as well as lanterns. These young men will he so blessed by these shoeboxes you packed. So many wonderful essiantials along with great wow items. The stuffy is adorable. Thanks so much for sharing, Denise. God bless you and your work.🤍
Thanks so much Diana! My daughter was changed after that trip. Truly an amazing experience. I love sending math kits too and these were such a great deal! I have a few more to pack next year! I always love to send a couple of lanterns each year. I feel like they can be so valuable. I decided to add even more batteries after I packed these up. I pray each box is a blessing! Thanks for watching! I’m praying for Holly! 🥰🙏🏻
Sometimes I watch the videos of you “celebrities” and your boxes feel like Mary Poppins bags. It’s like the stuff is never ending! How does all that fit in there when only like 2 things fit in mine?! Lol
Bahaha… oh you made me laugh Kadie! “Celebrities” that’s really funny😂 Believe me I have boxes that only accommodate a few things… and I get frustrated with packing them! I love a good Mary Poppins type box! Lots of flat, smaller wows! 💕
I know that feeling. Even though this I feel like I was able to fit more in mine. i bought some Harry Potter wall decals from Dollar Tree and I put them on the inside of shoe box lid which not only saves room but keeps them from getting messed up. Luckily I have one of the occ plastic shoeboxes. Mine don’t really have a theme to other people but to me it screams a box I would love with different craft things, fun hair clips, penguin mini tote bag to color, Harry Potter shirt, coloring book, wall decals and fuzzy pj shorts.
God bless y’all for doing this! My son-in-law was in Florida and praise God he is safe, the storm passed north of where he was by God’s grace. Please let’s continue to pray for everyone involved. John 14:27, I will pack 2 more boxes.❤️🙏🏼
I’m so glad to hear your son-in-law was safe!!! My cousin lives in Sarasota and did not evacuate. I was a nervous wreck for her! AND she use to live on Siesta Key that was totally devastated. Thank God she moved recently! We MUST continue to pray because there are so many displaced and suffering. Thank you for packing 2 more! 🙏🏻🥰
I'm so grateful to see you posting videos and looking so well!! This is a lovely idea, packing two more boxes in honor of the hurricane victims! I'm so behind that I'm still packing away like crazy. Take care!
Thank you so much! I might look a little better than I feel.😂Physical Therapy is killing me! But thank you!😊 And keep packing! I know it’s crunch time! I’m prayin’ for ya!
What a beautiful way to help! Such a sweet act of kindness. I love that your daughter gave of herself too, must run in the family ❤. Also a great way to show new packers that yes, themes are great but not necessary. Your boxes are packed full of wonderful items! The lanterns are a great item to include. I’m still packing 🤣🤣🤣
You go girl! Pack away! I think they are going to need all the help they can get this year! Yes, my daughter was changed after that trip she took. What an eye opening experience! She actually experienced the divide there playing soccer with kids from both countries. (Haiti and DR) One of the families took them in for a traditional dinner in their small hut. She didn’t want to leave. TFW friend! 🥰
Thanks for sharing. I’m in the middle of South Carolina. We were without electricity for a week or more in our county. Trees down all over. We are gathering supplies to donate to our North Carolina neighbors. I just listened to Edward Graham discussing the rescue efforts in the mountains of North Carolina. The shoebox packing Churches have served as contact points for rescue and rebuilding their community. Samaritan’s Purse has been helping in Jesus’ Name. So many people are not able to pack. My church is packing, but our numbers may be down. We will continue to pray for the families at the ends of the earth. Thanks for the I will pack “2 more boxes” campaign! You make us feel better. Those you showed are great gifts for boys 10-14. Especially the harmonica.
Thank you so much Cecilia for sharing. Reading this inspires me to want to do even more! I know so many are affected and rebuilding their lives is going to take alot of community support, love and prayer. I also watched Edward Graham’s video and I know Samaritans Purse is on the ground doing hard work in their own community. Thank you for packing two more boxes! They will be such a needed blessing. 🥰
I have packed 2 more but did not know why I felt lead to, now I know why! I will say something about about packing extra at my church! Thank you for saying some thing! I think it is a great idea.
Wow…. A little nudge and you didn’t know why. I love that. Thanks Deborah for also sharing with your church. Every little bit will be needed now this year! TFW!🥰
This is a wonderful idea! I will pack 2 more, also 10-14. Your boxes are awesome, as usual. Lots of great items. And glad you like the cell phone erasers.
I love this, pack two more ❤️❤️ thank you for sharing and inspiring us! And I was impressed at how much you fit in these special older boy boxes! 90% off the solar calculator was an awesome deal! 🎉
Thanks Kelly! Oh those calculators were such a deal that I ransacked every cvs in town.😂You know how it is when we find a great deal! TFW! Still praying for those affected by the storms. 🙏🏻
Awesome. I've already packed my Fla sea turtle box. Not only am I going to pack one for N.C., but 2 more because our hometown Augusta GA and the Aiken, S.C . area was hit hard also. Thanks so much for your inspiration. Happy Packing❤
Wow! That’s amazing! I love the sea turtle idea! I did remember that Augusta was hit because my father was born in Willacoochee. And my son went to the University of Georgia! Thanks so much for packing extras, Susan! They are going to be such a blessing! Thanks for watching! 💕
This is a beautiful challenge! I usually put the minions sticker sheet inside the notebook that folds over the top, good idea to cut it to fit! Love the crayola coloring book and the paracord kit. The latern, the stuffie, the harmonica and the calculator are awesome wow items! Wonderful examples for 10 to 14 boy boxes!
Thanks SusannaMarie! Yeah, I have a ton of those minion stickers and that round shape can be a challenge. Putting them in the notebook is good too! TFW! 🥰
Great boxes! What a great idea as well! I’m hoping to have enough things left over to pack more than the 33 boxes for 10-14 yr old girls and boys we planned for! I know we have a lot of things donated that is probably more than we need! So definitely going to try and pack some extra boxes! ❤👏❤️👏❤️👏
Prior to the 2018 Camp Fire, we had packed our OCC Shoeboxes. Well.... the all burned in the fire, so I LOVE the inspiration of packing 2 more shoeboxes!!! Thanks for such inspiring videos!!! God Bless You!!!💞
Thank you for sharing this. What A great idea to make 2 more boxes for the ones that were lost. It's a good feeling that these children will receive one that otherwise would have not. It makes my heart happy so you can include me in. ❤
I love all of these 2 young boy's gifts ⚽️ 🧸 🎼 🎵✏️ 🖍 ✂️ 🕶 🏮 🔦 🪔and the crochet items are so cute. Denise, I am not too sure if you noticed but when you picked up his Yip Yip crocheted gift at the 18:24 mark there is a green 💚 Cross ➕ tangled in the wire of your head phones Yes, the Yip Yip remind me of the characters on Sesame Street 😊 Denise you always pack very well organized boxes 🎄🎁 Yes, what wonderful work your daughter has done 💝 As well as Stephanie's son. 💞 Unfortunately, because I am on a very tight budget this year 💵💸 I am only able to bless 8 of God's children 🚸 Four 10 - 14 year old boys and Four 10 - 14 year old girls 👫👫👫👫 Denise, I have and will continue to Pray for the States of Florida and North Carolina. Be the Light ⭐️ 🌟 ✨️ 🔆 🌞 ☀ 🤩 🧡 💛 💥 💫
Your 8 boxes will be such a blessing! Oh yes, I noticed the green cross stuck on the microphone wire.🤦🏻♀️🤣But not until after I filmed it. Oh well. Thank you for watching these two special unboxings that mean a lot to me. 💕
I love that idea! These boxes are so fun! Love the lantern. I just got one of those myself and can't wait to add it to a box. You added so much to these boxes!!!!! That wrapping paper is awesome too. Thanks for the shout out. By the way your assortment of eraser are great!!!
Thanks AnnaBeth and thanks for all your contributions to these boxes! You have added such wonderful resources that are really helping me in my packing journey! 😘
Great boxes. Yes I will join in packing two more boxes. Thank you for contacting pencil granny and friends about my pencil packs. I’m not on Facebook for personal reasons but may have to rethink that so I can join in with the count for next year.
No worries! Glad I could help! I’m not that fond of FB either but it does provide great Indians sharing of OCC info but I totally get it! I am also happy to report for you! Thank you for packing two more boxes! 🥰
So lovely of you to do this! I love the items in both - never seen lanterns in a box before , pretty cool! I wish we had sticky labels for the gender/age - we have to tape ours on which is such a faff . ❤
Hey- did you know that the official UK OCC boxes you can order from the website, now have the label ready printed on them this year? (You may not use them of course but it definitely cuts down on the faff!)😁
@@lindenella interesting!! I’ve been using OCC boxes I bought years ago so I wasn’t aware of this. I usually like to use a slightly bigger box than OCCs own, but this year I couldn’t find any cheap enough so I used these ones I purchased some time ago. Thanks for letting me know!
Love the Yip yip! I have wondered about this age range.There's a big difference between 10 and 14 year olds. But I'm thinking if an older boy gets 'younger' toys or coloring books, maybe he hadn't been blessed with those things when he was younger and will love having them now. When I was 14 I was very into rock bands but I still liked stickers and slept with stuffed animals!
You are spot on with this comment! 10 year old boys can be interested in different things than a 14 year old! But I do believe what you say… perhaps a 14 year old never had some of these things… and a 10 year old might think something a bit mature is really cool! Pack and pray!🙏🏻
These were purchased on Amazon. They are tiny and there is not enough liquid in them for them to be prohibited. They ARE allowed by OCC. Hope that helps! Thanks for watching!
Isn’t that so fun? It was gifted to me so I don’t know how they are made. Maybe look in one of the shoebox craft groups and search for “yip yip”. It is like a pocket! It is crocheted.
I am very fortunate and can afford to pack and pay for shipping. That being said, I do shop year round and purchase quality items at lower prices in bulk when I can. I know it can be hard for some so packing within your budget is great. Every box counts and is a blessing! So if you can only do one or twenty…each one is a blessing. You may also consider getting your friends & family involved by reaching out for donations. Thanks for asking and sharing Linda. It’s an important question. Maybe I’ll do a video on this topic! ❤
@@drogers I do shop year round to pack occ boxes and I only buy things I think are quality items that will last. I do it for my church because many are elderly and can’t get out to shop and fill boxes. My church has been generous enough to pay for the boxes to be shipped. I just wondered how others do it because it is expensive at $10.00 a box. I made 10 boxes this year, (2) 10-14 girls, (2) 10-14 boys, (2) 2-4 girls, (2) 2-4 boys and (1) each girl and boy 5-9.
I’ll add on here, I no longer follow my boxes. 13-14 years ago I packed 30-40 boxes and shipping was 5 dollars then. Anything I made from our twice a year community garage sale went towards shipping. As the years went on, my box count went significantly higher and so did the shipping costs. This year, I’ll close out with 200 boxes packed only by my husband and I. Family and friends donate items but certainly not even close to what I would need to pack 200 boxes. Honestly, as long as my boxes arrive safely and bless the child it was chosen for, who cares where they go? I’d rather make more boxes than pay the shipping. Just my humble opinion.
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As a resident of the mountains of NC, I want to thank you for this video! What a wonderful idea to pack more boxes to make up for the boxes that can't be packed this year. I personally did not experience a loss from the hurricane, except that I lost precious time to pack my boxes. I am now very far behind schedule. This video warms my heart and has motivated me to pack faster! Thank you to all of you who have agreed to pack 2 more! ❤
You are so welcome! Thank you so much for watching and I want you to know I am thinking of you and your community. I have seen such devastating videos. I hope the word gets out to pack more boxes for those who can’t! 💕
Love this idea!! Yes, I feel so sorry for the people who lost shoeboxes but mainly their homes. So they have a lot to worry about for now. We all should pack for to compensate for their losses. I love your connection to Stephanie, how your kids know each other and went to the trip. Small world! Great shoeboes, and inside lid cover. I especially like the stars one. Great variety of stickers. Nice very full pencil pouch! My favorite is the paracord kit. The lantern goes perfectly with the logo. Beautiful stuffy. Of course, the harmonica is another favorite. The calculator is a definitely a wow item! The second shoebox is equally as awesome. The shirt is super fun. Very inspiring shoeboxes, Denise! More shoeboxes are needed during this difficult time.
Thanks Sharon! Yes, I could not believe how many homes were destroyed and just washed away. So very sad. I’ve already heard of lost shoeboxes, time and funds to finish packing so more boxes will definitely help! I loved putting these two boy boxes together with no planning…sometimes the best! Thanks for watching friend!
A wonderful tribute to send two more shoeboxes for Florida and North Carolina.
And how great that these are for older boys.
Awesome the work your daughter has done 🤍
Great jog packing everything up!
I love those math kits. And I love adding emergency thermal blankets as well as lanterns.
These young men will he so blessed by these shoeboxes you packed. So many wonderful essiantials along with great wow items. The stuffy is adorable.
Thanks so much for sharing, Denise. God bless you and your work.🤍
Thanks so much Diana! My daughter was changed after that trip. Truly an amazing experience. I love sending math kits too and these were such a great deal! I have a few more to pack next year! I always love to send a couple of lanterns each year. I feel like they can be so valuable. I decided to add even more batteries after I packed these up. I pray each box is a blessing! Thanks for watching! I’m praying for Holly! 🥰🙏🏻
Sometimes I watch the videos of you “celebrities” and your boxes feel like Mary Poppins bags. It’s like the stuff is never ending! How does all that fit in there when only like 2 things fit in mine?! Lol
Bahaha… oh you made me laugh Kadie! “Celebrities” that’s really funny😂 Believe me I have boxes that only accommodate a few things… and I get frustrated with packing them! I love a good Mary Poppins type box! Lots of flat, smaller wows! 💕
I know that feeling. Even though this I feel like I was able to fit more in mine. i bought some Harry Potter wall decals from Dollar Tree and I put them on the inside of shoe box lid which not only saves room but keeps them from getting messed up. Luckily I have one of the occ plastic shoeboxes. Mine don’t really have a theme to other people but to me it screams a box I would love with different craft things, fun hair clips, penguin mini tote bag to color, Harry Potter shirt, coloring book, wall decals and fuzzy pj shorts.
@@tiffanispiker8886 sounds like a wonderful box!!!
God bless y’all for doing this! My son-in-law was in Florida and praise God he is safe, the storm passed north of where he was by God’s grace. Please let’s continue to pray for everyone involved. John 14:27, I will pack 2 more boxes.❤️🙏🏼
I’m so glad to hear your son-in-law was safe!!! My cousin lives in Sarasota and did not evacuate. I was a nervous wreck for her! AND she use to live on Siesta Key that was totally devastated. Thank God she moved recently! We MUST continue to pray because there are so many displaced and suffering. Thank you for packing 2 more! 🙏🏻🥰
I'm so grateful to see you posting videos and looking so well!! This is a lovely idea, packing two more boxes in honor of the hurricane victims! I'm so behind that I'm still packing away like crazy. Take care!
Thank you so much! I might look a little better than I feel.😂Physical Therapy is killing me! But thank you!😊 And keep packing! I know it’s crunch time! I’m prayin’ for ya!
One step at a time, and you will be back stronger than ever. Prayers to get through it all soon!
These are awesome boxes, Denise! My goal is always 100- boxes but this year I packed 130!! So I am hoping that helps ♥️💚♥️
Thanks Val! 130 is amazing! So many blessings!
What a beautiful way to help! Such a sweet act of kindness. I love that your daughter gave of herself too, must run in the family ❤. Also a great way to show new packers that yes, themes are great but not necessary. Your boxes are packed full of wonderful items! The lanterns are a great item to include. I’m still packing 🤣🤣🤣
You go girl! Pack away! I think they are going to need all the help they can get this year! Yes, my daughter was changed after that trip she took. What an eye opening experience! She actually experienced the divide there playing soccer with kids from both countries. (Haiti and DR) One of the families took them in for a traditional dinner in their small hut. She didn’t want to leave. TFW friend! 🥰
These are fantastic shoeboxes! I love packing math kits.
Thanks Elizabeth! Me too! These were great little kits for the price! Thanks for watching! 🥰
Wow what a deal on the calculators. The lanterns are great too. They will love these. Thanks for sharing 😊
I knowwwww…. I stalked every cvs in town to stock up on those calculators! Thanks Kim!
I was so happy to be able to pack two extra Boy 10-14 Soccer boxes for the people in Florida and North Carolina.
Oh that is so wonderful! Thank you! They will be such a blessing!💜💜
Thanks for sharing. I’m in the middle of South Carolina. We were without electricity for a week or more in our county. Trees down all over.
We are gathering supplies to donate to our North Carolina neighbors.
I just listened to Edward Graham discussing the rescue efforts in the mountains of North Carolina.
The shoebox packing Churches have served as contact points for rescue and rebuilding their community.
Samaritan’s Purse has been helping in Jesus’ Name.
So many people are not able to pack.
My church is packing, but our numbers may be down.
We will continue to pray for the families at the ends of the earth.
Thanks for the I will pack
“2 more boxes” campaign!
You make us feel better.
Those you showed are great gifts for boys 10-14.
Especially the harmonica.
Thank you so much Cecilia for sharing. Reading this inspires me to want to do even more! I know so many are affected and rebuilding their lives is going to take alot of community support, love and prayer. I also watched Edward Graham’s video and I know Samaritans Purse is on the ground doing hard work in their own community. Thank you for packing two more boxes! They will be such a needed blessing. 🥰
I have packed 2 more but did not know why I felt lead to, now I know why! I will say something about about packing extra at my church! Thank you for saying some thing! I think it is a great idea.
Wow…. A little nudge and you didn’t know why. I love that. Thanks Deborah for also sharing with your church. Every little bit will be needed now this year! TFW!🥰
@@drogers So happy to do it! Love being useful to God! He has done so much for me!
This is a wonderful idea! I will pack 2 more, also 10-14. Your boxes are awesome, as usual. Lots of great items. And glad you like the cell phone erasers.
Thanks for packing two more! AND 10-14!!!! Double awesome! 🤩 Cell phone erasers are so cool!!!! Thank you! 😊
I love this, pack two more ❤️❤️ thank you for sharing and inspiring us! And I was impressed at how much you fit in these special older boy boxes! 90% off the solar calculator was an awesome deal! 🎉
Thanks Kelly! Oh those calculators were such a deal that I ransacked every cvs in town.😂You know how it is when we find a great deal! TFW! Still praying for those affected by the storms. 🙏🏻
@@drogers haha yes I know 😅🥰🎊🛒 thank you friend! 🩷
Awesome. I've already packed my Fla sea turtle box. Not only am I going to pack one for N.C., but 2 more because our hometown Augusta GA and the Aiken, S.C . area was hit hard also. Thanks so much for your inspiration. Happy Packing❤
Wow! That’s amazing! I love the sea turtle idea! I did remember that Augusta was hit because my father was born in Willacoochee. And my son went to the University of Georgia! Thanks so much for packing extras, Susan! They are going to be such a blessing! Thanks for watching! 💕
This is a beautiful challenge! I usually put the minions sticker sheet inside the notebook that folds over the top, good idea to cut it to fit! Love the crayola coloring book and the paracord kit. The latern, the stuffie, the harmonica and the calculator are awesome wow items! Wonderful examples for 10 to 14 boy boxes!
Thanks SusannaMarie! Yeah, I have a ton of those minion stickers and that round shape can be a challenge. Putting them in the notebook is good too! TFW! 🥰
Great boxes! What a great idea as well! I’m hoping to have enough things left over to pack more than the 33 boxes for 10-14 yr old girls and boys we planned for! I know we have a lot of things donated that is probably more than we need! So definitely going to try and pack some extra boxes! ❤👏❤️👏❤️👏
That’s so wonderful to hear! Any extra boxes this year will be such a blessing! Thanks Karen! 🥰
Really wonderful “off the cuff” 10-14 boy boxes, Denise!! Great inspiration to #packtwomoreboxes 🎁🎁
Thanks Trish! 😊
Prior to the 2018 Camp Fire, we had packed our OCC Shoeboxes. Well.... the all burned in the fire, so I LOVE the inspiration of packing 2 more shoeboxes!!! Thanks for such inspiring videos!!! God Bless You!!!💞
I remember those fires.😢Sad to hear you were affected. So you completely understand the need! Thank you so much for sharing and watching! 🥰
Thank you for sharing this. What A great idea to make 2 more boxes for the ones that were lost. It's a good feeling that these children will receive one that otherwise would have not. It makes my heart happy so you can include me in. ❤
Thanks Laurie! Yay for two more boxes!!! They will be such a blessing! 🥰
I also packed two more shoeboxes when I read about the suggestion.
Thank you for packing two more. They will be such a blessing! 💕
Great boxes! I love the idea of pack 2 more boxes. I like the paracord kit you put together. That light is pretty cool. Very inspiring. TFS
Thanks for watching Pam! I love those lanterns. Harbor Freight often puts them on sale at a pretty reasonable price. I packed a couple each year. 🥰
I love all of these 2 young boy's gifts ⚽️ 🧸 🎼 🎵✏️ 🖍 ✂️ 🕶 🏮 🔦 🪔and the crochet items are so cute. Denise, I am not too sure if you noticed but when you picked up his Yip Yip crocheted gift at the 18:24 mark there is a green 💚 Cross ➕ tangled in the wire of your head phones Yes, the Yip Yip remind me of the characters on Sesame Street 😊 Denise you always pack very well organized boxes 🎄🎁 Yes, what wonderful work your daughter has done 💝 As well as Stephanie's son. 💞 Unfortunately, because I am on a very tight budget this year 💵💸 I am only able to bless 8 of God's children 🚸 Four 10 - 14 year old boys and Four 10 - 14 year old girls 👫👫👫👫 Denise, I have and will continue to Pray for the States of Florida and North Carolina. Be the Light ⭐️ 🌟 ✨️ 🔆 🌞 ☀ 🤩 🧡 💛 💥 💫
Your 8 boxes will be such a blessing! Oh yes, I noticed the green cross stuck on the microphone wire.🤦🏻♀️🤣But not until after I filmed it. Oh well. Thank you for watching these two special unboxings that mean a lot to me. 💕
Great Idea and I will keep packing with all of you. I love the light.
Thank you Bernie! 🥰
What a great idea! These unplanned boxes are definitely WOW! Thanks for sharing.
Sometimes unplanned boxes are some of my favorites! I pray they bless two boys! 🥰
I love that idea! These boxes are so fun! Love the lantern. I just got one of those myself and can't wait to add it to a box. You added so much to these boxes!!!!! That wrapping paper is awesome too. Thanks for the shout out. By the way your assortment of eraser are great!!!
Thanks AnnaBeth and thanks for all your contributions to these boxes! You have added such wonderful resources that are really helping me in my packing journey! 😘
Hi Denise!! What a wonderful idea!! I'll pack 2 more as well. Thank you for the inspiration and challenge!❤
Thanks Della! You are welcome! 2 more will be such a blessing! 💕
Two great boxes ❤
Thank you! ☺️
Great boxes. Yes I will join in packing two more boxes. Thank you for contacting pencil granny and friends about my pencil packs. I’m not on Facebook for personal reasons but may have to rethink that so I can join in with the count for next year.
No worries! Glad I could help! I’m not that fond of FB either but it does provide great Indians sharing of OCC info but I totally get it! I am also happy to report for you! Thank you for packing two more boxes! 🥰
Love these boxes and this idea! Packing 2 more for them.
Wonderful! Thanks Julie! 2 more blessings! 💕
So lovely of you to do this! I love the items in both - never seen lanterns in a box before , pretty cool! I wish we had sticky labels for the gender/age - we have to tape ours on which is such a faff . ❤
lol…. I had to look up the word faff. I’ve now added a new word to my vocabulary.😂 Yes, the self adhesive labels are soooo much easier! Thanks Alicia!
@@drogers lol my husband was the same for years when he met me , I’d say something and he’d be googling it to see what it meant 😂
Hey- did you know that the official UK OCC boxes you can order from the website, now have the label ready printed on them this year? (You may not use them of course but it definitely cuts down on the faff!)😁
@@lindenella I wish they would do that in the U.S. too!! That would be awesome!
@@lindenella interesting!! I’ve been using OCC boxes I bought years ago so I wasn’t aware of this. I usually like to use a slightly bigger box than OCCs own, but this year I couldn’t find any cheap enough so I used these ones I purchased some time ago. Thanks for letting me know!
Love the Yip yip! I have wondered about this age range.There's a big difference between 10 and 14 year olds. But I'm thinking if an older boy gets 'younger' toys or coloring books, maybe he hadn't been blessed with those things when he was younger and will love having them now. When I was 14 I was very into rock bands but I still liked stickers and slept with stuffed animals!
You are spot on with this comment! 10 year old boys can be interested in different things than a 14 year old! But I do believe what you say… perhaps a 14 year old never had some of these things… and a 10 year old might think something a bit mature is really cool! Pack and pray!🙏🏻
@@drogers Yes, I have been praying that each box reaches the right child and that they will also receive the gift of Jesus as I have this year!
I will join you in packing 2 more boxes.I think it is a great idea. Mine will be for 10 to 14 boy's. I have enough stuff left.
Thanks Grace! What a blessing they will be!❤
@@drogers I could actually do more then 2 boxes. I just got 50 ones from Samaritan purse. I have alot of stash from clearance hauls I could use.
Boxes from Samaritan purse.
Where did you get the rings for the cross necklace you made.
I think I got them at Michael’s. They also probably have them at Hobby Lobby.☺️
Very nice teen boy's boxes.
Where did you find compasses without a liquid filling?
These were purchased on Amazon. They are tiny and there is not enough liquid in them for them to be prohibited. They ARE allowed by OCC. Hope that helps! Thanks for watching!
That Yip yip thing looks fun. How is it made? It is a small pocket, right? TFS
Isn’t that so fun? It was gifted to me so I don’t know how they are made. Maybe look in one of the shoebox craft groups and search for “yip yip”. It is like a pocket! It is crocheted.
@@drogers Yes, they look great! 🙂 Especially because googly eyes were used.
What packaging do you use for your hygiene packages?
I use 6x9 cellophane bags from Amazon. They are fragile but take up little space and keep it all together so I can pre-package them! 😊
How do you all pack the shoeboxes and afford $10.00 each for shipping? I’m living on social security and that’s hard to afford!
I am very fortunate and can afford to pack and pay for shipping. That being said, I do shop year round and purchase quality items at lower prices in bulk when I can. I know it can be hard for some so packing within your budget is great. Every box counts and is a blessing! So if you can only do one or twenty…each one is a blessing. You may also consider getting your friends & family involved by reaching out for donations. Thanks for asking and sharing Linda. It’s an important question. Maybe I’ll do a video on this topic! ❤
@@drogers I do shop year round to pack occ boxes and I only buy things I think are quality items that will last. I do it for my church because many are elderly and can’t get out to shop and fill boxes. My church has been generous enough to pay for the boxes to be shipped. I just wondered how others do it because it is expensive at $10.00 a box. I made 10 boxes this year, (2) 10-14 girls, (2) 10-14 boys, (2) 2-4 girls, (2) 2-4 boys and (1) each girl and boy 5-9.
I’ll add on here, I no longer follow my boxes. 13-14 years ago I packed 30-40 boxes and shipping was 5 dollars then. Anything I made from our twice a year community garage sale went towards shipping. As the years went on, my box count went significantly higher and so did the shipping costs. This year, I’ll close out with 200 boxes packed only by my husband and I. Family and friends donate items but certainly not even close to what I would need to pack 200 boxes. Honestly, as long as my boxes arrive safely and bless the child it was chosen for, who cares where they go? I’d rather make more boxes than pay the shipping. Just my humble opinion.