Thursday, October 22, 2009

Round 18 - Service

I'd like to get more involved with volunteering in the community. One interest I've had is with our township historical society. I'll have to consider that after graduation.

Games That Give is a fun site. I like to play games online and knowing that the time I spend on the site benefits charities I don't feel guilty about taking the time to play.

I also had a lot of fun on the Just Free Stuff website clicking on various links to donate kibble, mamograms, food for the hungry and other worthy charitable organizations. While there I saw one of the advertisers had a product that is perfect for little children who like trucks and construction equipment. Now that company may sell 2 sets of Constructive Eating Utensils as a result of that charitable click. In addition, money is donated to improve child health for each purchase.

Round 17 - Service and Spirituality

“Body, mind, and spirit all work together to create wellness.”
This is what the OCL Health and Wellness Challenge is all about.

I do find I feel better when I do something for someone else. I frequently stop my car to allow drivers to make a left turn or pull into traffice knowing that eventually I will be hoping someone will stop in the long line of approaching traffic to allow me to get on my way. It makes me smile knowing I made someone else's drive a little easier.

At work, I really enjoy helping people with their fines and lost items. They always appreciate the extra help with their finances, especially in these difficult times and I'm happy that the patron is able to use the library services again. I always hope these people somehow pass on the little kindness they received today as I am passing on those little kindnesses I've benefitted from.