Shopping, babies and savings! Oh my!!

I had the opportunity last weekend, August 27th, to be a guest model for the annual Macy's "Shop for A Cause!" This is an event, I was so lucky to be involved with for the second year in a row!

All proceeds went to the March of Dimes, a national organization that aims to find a cure and support families for infants born premature. This chapter has and will forever hold a special place in my heart. A dear friend gave birth to a beautiful little girl three years ago, who just couldn't wait to see the world any longer. She arrived 8 weeks early at a whopping 4 lbs. After three scary weeks in the NICU at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Hospital, I have had the privilege of watching her reach amazing milestones and grow to be full of life!

Shoppers who braved Hurricane Irene donated $5 to receive a shopping pass which gave them 25% off their purchase! Talk about a "back-to-school" sale!! Since 2006, "Shop for A Cause" day has raised over $38 million for local and national charities! I feel blessed to be a part of such an amazing event! Can't wait until next year!!

All photos courtesy of Rebecca Scalera