Greetings!
What an empowering and fun week!
I was invited to serve as a judge at the Iron Chef Cooking Competition, which was part of Spring Fling Week at Auburn University courtesy of UPC. 6 groups of students had one hour to prepare a dish that had to include chicken, potatoes, and the secret ingredient, peppers and jalapenos. I was a little nervous upon hearing that jalapenos were to be included in every dish since I am not a fan of spicy foods, but each group managed to incorporate it in a subtle and flavorful way!
After walking around and observing each kitchen and getting a sneak peak of some dishes, the tasting began. I'll have to admit that it was quite a treat to be able to taste 6 superb meals! After a tough decision, a winner was named. I am so impressed with the talent and passion here at Auburn for almost anything imaginable- little did I know that there were some Iron Chefs wandering around campus.
My life was further enriched this week by being a part of the Hunger March to Notasulga. As part of the War on Hunger, the Committee of 19 and other passionate students walked the 13 miles from Auburn to Notasulga in order to raise awareness about the hunger issues right next door. After the walk, we engaged in a day of community service around the area doing anything from fixing a roof to distributing food at Notasulga Methodist Church through the mobile food pantry.
I personally got to install insulation and help build a deck for an incredibly genuine and kind woman in Loachapoka, which is in between Auburn and Notasulga. After a full 8 hours of work, we were definitely exhausted, but immensely proud and humbled to have helped the community in some way.
Join myself and Feeding America by participating in the Hunger Fast going on nationwide this Thursday, April 7th. This movement is an effort to raise awareness about those who go to bed hungry each day in the United States and remind our politicians that federal programs and their benefits are needed among our impoverished neighbors. Visit www.hungerfast.org to get more information on the fast. This day can be whatever you make it, whether it's skipping one meal, skipping breakfast and lunch for a celebratory dinner, or an entire day of fasting. However you choose to be a part of the movement, I encourage you to use the time you would normally be dedicating to meals for donating your time or energy to making a difference for someone who is hungry or anyone you encounter!
Pancakes pancakes pancakes! Don't forget the Miss AU Pancake Breakfast is Saturday, April 16th at Longhorn Steakhouse in Tiger Town from 7:30 to 10:00. Come celebrate A-day with us and enjoy a great breakfast for only $5.00!
With Love and War Eagle,
Emilee
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