I've been looking for awhile now for a volunteer opportunity. For something that would really speak to me, for something that I could feel really good about.
So last week I saw a posting to be a mentor for children who are in the Foster system. And I just about got up and danced around my office. This is exactly what I've been waiting for! I sent off my resume and got an almost immediate response back - I'm meeting with CFS on Wednesday! I'm really excited about this, not just because it's something that will probably benefit us when we get to the Foster/Adopt program, but because it's something I really do feel strongly about. It's something that will let me help others, really help. It's something that will hopefully help me feel a little more fulfilled in my life. There's no guaruntee that I'll actually be approved to do it, but here's hoping!
And I got my ultrasound appointment, but it's not until December 7th. So much for right away. Oh well, at least I have a date in mind.
Well it's off to do some more commenting. I hope you all have a great night!
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I started volunteering with the Red Cross this month.
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That sounds fantastic. I hope it works out great.
ReplyDeleteOh, that sounds absolutely wonderful! I hope that you get in to the program and it is really fulfilling for you! Glad to have found you on ICLW!
ReplyDeleteAll the best.
Yay for you. You will be an awesome mentor ... so humble, accepting, and compassionate.
ReplyDeleteThat is awesome ;) Volunteering is pretty rewarding. I volunteer at our local hospital.
ReplyDeleteThat sounds fantastic. I hope everything goes okay when you meet the CFS.
ReplyDeleteThat volunteer opportunity sounds great! Working with children is beyond rewarding, it's rejuvenating!
ReplyDeleteI hope it all works out!
That's wonderful! I hope you will find it very rewarding, and you will be helping so many people.
ReplyDeleteGood luck at the ultrasound. I'll be thinking of you.
What a great opportunity...and one that seems to be right up your alley! Hope the meeting goes well!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the visit my way and happy ICLW!
Sounds awesome!
ReplyDeleteI'll keep my fingers crossed that you will get approved. :-)
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This is SO great! My husband and I are foster parents and we're in the process of adopting a 2 year old foster child. I know how much these kids (especially the older ones) need a mentor and someone who isn't their foster parent to reach out to them! Way to go!
ReplyDelete(If you have any questions at all about fostering or adopting through the foster care system, I'd be happy to try and help!)
Happy ICLW!
That is really cool! I've been thinking about volunteering lately - not sure why since it's not something I normally do. I hope you'll share your experience with it!
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