On May 15th, Elizabeth, who is in the 4's program at SRNS, lost her Dad, Derrick Brown, tragically, in a car accident. In the words of Elizabeth's mother, Shannon, "He was a devoted, loving father to our daughter and a great friend to me.  Even though we couldn’t make it work as husband and wife, we made sure to do a damn good job raising Elizabeth as co-parents and am so thankful to have had him in my life for the past 7 years." 

We have created this meal train for the Novak/Brown family to help ease the burden of dinners in the coming days while they try to navigate this extremely difficult time. 

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Give the gift of take-out. Seriously, the perfect gift for any situation.
Why We Love This Gift: We love this gift because it is take-out and everyone loves take-out. It gives your recipient the flexibility to order exactly what they want, when they want it. Pregnancy cravings are no joke. Neither is the stress level of a single parent on a school night. Young professionals who get sick often hate the loss of their own agency. The capacity to choose one's own dinner is not to be underestimated. Nothing says I love you like Pad Thai.
What To Express in Your Card: I wanted you to be able to choose your own meal. I am thinking of you!

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What is the best gift anytime? A Target eGift Card. With no fees and no expiration dates, the real question is: who couldn't use a gift card from Target?
Why We Love This Gift: Whether as a baby gift or to replenish supplies around the house, to cheer up a sick kid, or help someone with prescription costs, you can almost always find exactly what you need at Target. We love this gift because it enables your recipient with endless options and the ability to purchase precisely what they need - no questions asked.
What To Say In Your Card: I thought this might come in handy. I am sending you so much love!

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Bearaby's Weighted Blanket for Kids is made with nothing but layer upon layer of soft, organic cotton.
Highly breathable, wonderfully cozy, and utterly calming. 
Let's look at how the sleep-loving, kid hugging weighted blanket for kids, the Nappling can help your child:
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<li>Better sleep: If your child has trouble calming down at nap or bedtime, a Nappling could be just what they need. Weighted blankets provide a natural, soothing tool to help kids settle to sleep easier and bring about deeper, better sleep.</li>
<li>Better focus: A child who is well-rested finds it easier to stay on-task. A weighted blanket can help kids stay focused, which helps them flourish in their academic and social development.</li>
<li>Calmer hearts, minds, and bodies: A weighted blanket can help ease child anxiety. It's a simple, drug-free method that calms a child's anxious thoughts, feelings, and that growing little body.</li>
<li>Treats symptoms of autism and ADHD: Weighted blankets can help children (and adults) with autism or ADHD cope with symptoms of sensory overload and hyperactivity.</li>
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Why We Love It: We love this gift because, during times of grief or anxiety, a weighted blanket can provide a biological cue for children to relax. The feeling of a weighted blanket "hug" signals to the brain that it's time to quiet their thoughts and slide into sleep - making it a fantastic gift to parents with children of any age.
What To Express In Your Card: I know how stressful things have been for you and the little one(s). I hope this blanket offers them some solace during times of stress. Please, call me if you need anything else - I love you!

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Bearaby’s Weighted Blanket for Kids is made with nothing but layer upon layer of soft, organic cotton.

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<a href="https://instacart.oloiyb.net/c/1246143/413183/7412" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Instacart</a> is a grocery delivery service that delivers in as little as an hour. They connect you with Personal Shoppers in your area who pick up and deliver your groceries from your favorite local stores.
Why We Love This Gift: Shopping for groceries is a chore under the best of circumstances. For families facing a new lift event or crisis, it is very often incredibly stressful. The gift of a cupboard full of basic necessities is tremendous. It is a wonderful way to remind those you love that you have not forgotten the day-to-day challenges they face. You are telling them in no uncertain terms that they are not alone.
What to Express in Your Card: I was thinking about the things you have to get done every day. I hope you'll let me help a little by giving me a chance to buy you some groceries - and have them delivered to you. Just one lest task for you to worry about. I send you my love.

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Uber Eats is the easy way to get the food you love delivered.
Why We Love This Gift: We love this gift because it allows the recipient to choose exactly what they want, when they want it. Sometimes we need to have a backup plan tucked away in our pocket, and Uber Eats is it. Bonus: Uber Eats gift cards are also redeemable for Uber rides.
What To Say In Your Card: Please eat something. I am thinking about you.

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With your favorite restaurants at your fingertips, DoorDash satisfies your cravings and connects you with possibilities -- more time and energy for yourself and those you love.
Why We Love This Gift: In every situation, food is necessary. Let your recipient select exactly what they want to eat - and have it delivered. Win and Win.
What To Express in Your Card: I am thinking of you and I want you to eat something that appeals to you. You choose. xo

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Butcher Box's goal is to make 100% grass-fed beef more accessible than ever before - featuring 100% grass-fed, grass-finished beef; heritage-breed pork; free-range, organic chicken; and wild Alaskan salmon gift box options.
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<li class="item_heading_special">Butcher Box Favorites - The ButcherBox Favorites Box has the best selection of 100% grass-fed and grass-finished beef, free-range organic chicken, and heritage-breed pork. Plus get a pound and a half of thick-cut bacon for free!</li>
<li>Butcher Box Mixed Box - 100% Grass-fed, Grass-finished Beef, Free Range Organic Chicken and Heritage Breed Pork.</li>
<li>Wild Alaskan Salmon - Their wild sockeye salmon is sustainably harvested from the pristine waters of Bristol Bay, Alaska. Each box includes 10 lbs of salmon--that's about 26 individually packaged skin-on filets. Dig in!</li>
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Why We Love This Gift: We love this gift because we love sustainable practices in meat production. Shopping can be a little more expensive, but this is money well spent. It is a real gift to those who want to know the source of their food.
What To Express In Your Card:  Please eat well and know that I am thinking of you constantly. When can you talk?

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Express your condolences with Mrs. Fields' selection of sympathy gifts and cookies. Each of our sympathy gift baskets are prepared and delivered fresh, with attention to every detail. Customize the attached tag or ribbon with the message of your choice.
Why We Love This Gift: We love this gift because things to offer visitors after a loss come in handy. Meals are often delivered for a grieving family. Nevertheless, for those who visit but won't stay it is helpful to the bereaved to have things on hand to offer. Cookies are good for that.
What To Say in Your Card: My condolences. I wanted to send you a little something good to eat or something to offer the throngs of people moving through your house because they love you so much.

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Setting up a food train is one of the best ways to help support someone you love. Here are some tips on how to give groceries as a gift.

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New York Times Best-selling author David Shafer on acknowledging grief. Visit Give InKind for information and concrete ways to help the bereaved.

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