The task of preparing, communicating, meeting, directing running the carnival was a great challenge for our parish since it is our first time to take such a monumental task. Blood sweat and tears definitely was the foundation of this project, but nothing is so great for St. Anastasia Parish and School.

Before we finished this activity, I am already typing these comments because I want it first to come out as the result of our carnival. I was so inspired by the presence of many dedicated members of our parish. I salute your finesse in executing all the different responsibilities in making this carnival a gift to the people of Waukegan. I know, you invited many people to help us out in the different duties. You called others to come and attend. But most of all you covered all sides to make this a wholesome family entertainment.

I am so inspired that this can happen here to us as members of St. anastasia. It makes me feel proud to be part of this affair even if I know I for one did not do much for I did not know anything about carnivals. Surely, this going to be one of our stories, one of the things that we did together for our parish. I know the first thank you came from your children who enjoyed all the rides, all the food and all the fun they have with their classmates, old and new friends. It was that smile from those faces that made me feel good and told myself that it was all worth it.

With all my heart, thank you.

Fr. Aloy