A few months back I wrote a post where I committed to volunteering my time in some way to help animals. At the time I wasn’t sure where my energy was going but I wanted to do something.
Since that time I’ve become involved with Our Companions.
If you haven’t heard of Our Companions, check out their website. They will be breaking ground very soon on a new animal rescue and sanctuary. What I love most about this sanctuary is the dogs and cats will be housed in a home like setting, much less stressful than traditional shelters.
When I first went to the orientation I had to hold myself back from signing up for everything! One thing I signed up for was events, so I was super excited when an e-mail went out asking for volunteers to help distribute wreaths for the annual wreath sale.
My shift was Sunday afternoon from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. I knew it was an outdoor event and that there was the possibility that I would be sitting around for long stretches of time with nothing to do, so I brought my bag all loaded up with fun things to do.
I was right, after about an hour our mentor left Sandy and I there to hand out wreaths. It was a pretty easy job seeing the wreaths were pre-paid. All we did was check off their name and hand them their wreaths.
But don’t be too disappointed, that wasn’t the only thing I signed up for. 😉
Look for a post either Sunday or Monday with another bit of exciting news regarding my volunteering.
But im checking out the site as soon as i tell you how much i admire you. I have always thought you were fun to be around and a very talented person. Crafts and such, but your copasity for loving is the best of your qualities. I love ya girl and im sure glad i have had the pleasure of meeting you. Maybe we will hook up again through our families. I look forward to it.
Aw Deb that’s so sweet, thank you.
I think you are fun to be around too, I have a blast everytime I see you! I sure do hope we get together again!
Sounds like you have found a very worthy cause to help. I look forward to hearing more.
I’m quite excited to see where this takes me Misty.
You have more interesting things to do than my volunteer organization does. Looking forward to getting some ideas from you.
Who knows maybe the ideas I share will help you with your organization. I sure hope so.
Fantastic! Tall person spent most of his career working for not for profit organisations and was constantly inspired by the generosity and enthusiasm of volunteers. I’m looking forward to hearing more about your volunteering Jodi.
Thanks Bassas, does the tall person have any advice for me?
Sounds like a fun day. Can’t wait to hear more.
It was actually pretty boring, but I met a nice lady with a unique business. I intend to write a blog about it, as soon as I can set up a meeting with her.
Grrrrreat beginning!!
Awe thanks Frankie!
That’s so wonderful that you are volunteering for them. 🙂
Off to check out their website now…
I’m excited to be able to help Donna. I’m not sure what I will be doing, but I’ll be sure to let everyone know. 🙂
Good for you Jodi! I’m going to start after the holidays; I don’t know where you find the time!! You inspire me!
Just follow your heart, it will help you!