It can't be a coincidence that the coldest month of the year is also (mercifully) the shortest. Yay February!

National Grapefruit Month is a dynamic one, indeed. It begins with the meteorological prophecies of a large rat in Pennsylvania (Groundhog Day - today!), picks up steam on the 14th (Valentine's day), promptly looses steam on the 15th (Singles Awareness Day - seriously), and ends with America's favorite celebrity recognition ceremony (The Academy Awards). And best of all, it's the only month where we don't scratch our heads on the 30th, wondering if we have one more day to write our rent checks.

February is also Meals on Wheels Month. Makes sense, right? Given your typical Minnesota February, this is the hardest time of year for people with limited mobility. It is also important to consider that many citizens with limited mobility also live at or below the poverty line. This situation is especially dangerous for seniors, many of whom have to leverage high monthly medical bills with a fixed income.

Meals on Wheels may be one of the most-recognized non-profit organizations, and for good reason! People all over the country rely on Meals on Wheels to deliver a hot meal and a friendly face every day. America is an automotive country, and it's easy to get disconnected if you don't have access to a car. Meals on Wheels volunteers fill a vital role in our society by helping our elderly and disabled citizens stay connected and cared for.

Now, Meals on Wheels does even more! After discovering that recipients of Meals On Wheels were sharing their meals with their pets, Meals on Wheels chose to launch a national Pet food drive called “Season of Suppers, a Pet food drive for Pets in need.”

It's easy to help! There are Meals on Wheels locations all over the Metro Area. Even if you can only deliver meals a few times a month, you can start a team of Meals on Wheels drivers and share the same route. If you've got a car and a smile, you can make a difference.

Check out the Metro Area Meals on Wheels website to learn more about becoming a volunteer.