I’ve been listening to this popular radio station - 106.1 Kidd in the mornings for two decades now. I love listening to this station because they are so funny and they typically have some great views. Last week Kidd created this quest inspired by Obama’s volunteer work (painting someone’s house the night before the inauguration and continuing with his volunteer work even after becoming President). Kidd asked his listeners to dedicate February 10, 2009 as “My Turn Day” a day to commit to volunteer to do something for someone or an organization, something that isn’t just about you! No matter how much time, just volunteer to do something, post it on your blog and talk about what you’re endeavoring to do and have committed to.
I always thought volunteer work shouldn't be bragged about! Therefore, I typically keep quite about this type of thing. But I think, Kidd's right, if other people realize others are giving back to society, it could help other people want to give back as well creating a worldwide unity in America.
While listening, I thought about Mike’s grandmother, aunts, his cousin Ricky and my mother-in-law. These guys deserve an award! They constantly do volunteer work. They devote their time, money and life to the Moose. Ricky volunteers for his church, every year he takes clothes and food to the homeless. They are definitely inspiring individuals and I’m sure they will be awarded for it! I just want to tell them thanks for setting an example!
Mike and I joined and we endeavor to commit to this organization as much as we can but we aren’t even close to the time and efforts Mike’s family contributes to this organization. We need more members to keep our section open and going as well (this is something the two of us are working on). The donations from the Moose organization go to children and elders; Moose Heart and Moose Haven. It’s a fantastic organization to join. I had my fund raiser a couple of weeks ago and I made floral arrangements to donate and raise money for the Health Awareness Committee which is what I’m on and this money went towards the Moose Heart fund (I raised $230.00 dollars to donate…it felt really good to do that for someone!).
A couple of the members which attended my fundraiser really liked my floral arrangements, so they asked me how much I would charge them to make one for their church to put in front of the altar! This was my volunteer work. I made it for them to take to the church and did not charge them. They were so happy with it! I gave it to them on Saturday.
What’s your contribution to society, what can you commit to? Once you have committed to something; Blog it, Facebook it, Myspace it...etc on February 10, 2009. If you have already committed to something go ahead and post early like I have so that more people will be prepared on February 10, 2009. Thanks for your help!
I always thought volunteer work shouldn't be bragged about! Therefore, I typically keep quite about this type of thing. But I think, Kidd's right, if other people realize others are giving back to society, it could help other people want to give back as well creating a worldwide unity in America.
While listening, I thought about Mike’s grandmother, aunts, his cousin Ricky and my mother-in-law. These guys deserve an award! They constantly do volunteer work. They devote their time, money and life to the Moose. Ricky volunteers for his church, every year he takes clothes and food to the homeless. They are definitely inspiring individuals and I’m sure they will be awarded for it! I just want to tell them thanks for setting an example!
Mike and I joined and we endeavor to commit to this organization as much as we can but we aren’t even close to the time and efforts Mike’s family contributes to this organization. We need more members to keep our section open and going as well (this is something the two of us are working on). The donations from the Moose organization go to children and elders; Moose Heart and Moose Haven. It’s a fantastic organization to join. I had my fund raiser a couple of weeks ago and I made floral arrangements to donate and raise money for the Health Awareness Committee which is what I’m on and this money went towards the Moose Heart fund (I raised $230.00 dollars to donate…it felt really good to do that for someone!).
A couple of the members which attended my fundraiser really liked my floral arrangements, so they asked me how much I would charge them to make one for their church to put in front of the altar! This was my volunteer work. I made it for them to take to the church and did not charge them. They were so happy with it! I gave it to them on Saturday.
What’s your contribution to society, what can you commit to? Once you have committed to something; Blog it, Facebook it, Myspace it...etc on February 10, 2009. If you have already committed to something go ahead and post early like I have so that more people will be prepared on February 10, 2009. Thanks for your help!
2 comments:
Thanks Neice! Your so right, if more people would volenteer their time. They would see how much better things look on their outlook in life. I now go out the 3rd Saturday with other ministries and help feed and clothe the homeless of each and every month. I have had 6 others jump on board. God is Good.. Love Ricky.. See ya at the Lodge for Valentines Day..
That is awesome! You're so great! See you soon!
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