Tonally speaking- this is what I do, rather, if I had my druthers- this is perzactly what I’d be doing: writing for social change- nark upon information technology; this is art. But as a requirement to be filled- upon which, what changes must be made- and how do I talk about myself and my service in this forum so that it is A. USEFUL and 2. NOT PAINFUL, both.
Contextually speaking- who cares about what?
I would encourage you to be my fan.
http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#/pages/vista-member/140065892871
If you follow this link it might take you there, and upon thereness, you may peruse [number of days in a week] discussions, bearing the brunt of a running todo list- spelling optional.
What am I working on (truly)?:
I am trying to integrate into a whole new office/job/industry. Trying to be right while I’m here and talk right and dress right and think right and remember names right and write letters right and do it all without deadlines dripping down my neck.
I am used to a very closed space, where there is a daily crisis (if not three), lots of trash-talking, jeans and hoodies, and we’re turning clients away by the gross. This is not the Volunteer Center.
This is what I’m doing- I’m learning.
But, apparently, at some point, I will start Marketing (volunteerism) and Capacity Building (for volunteerism); we are in planning zone, which is also alison land. I have a much easier time feeling comfortable as long as we’re conceptual- I can plan and plan and plan and plan, and luckily, as a VISTA, it’s a tad bit more appropriate than when I was a mere AmeriCorps.
Oh, look- a story:
September 11th, Day of Remembrance
For the 8th aniversery of the September 11th World Trade Center attacks, The Volunteer Center of Lewis, Mason, and Thurston Counties partnered with the USO, Heartbeat Serving Wounded Warriors, and the Boys and Girls Club of America in support of our troops. Held at the Boys and Girls Club in Lacey, WA, fifty youth and five soldiers stationed at nearby Ft. Lewis, participated in our event, decorating welcome home posters for the USO and thank you cards for Heartbeat.
While the Volunteer Center supplied the paper and crayons, the soldiers teamed up with groups of kids to help them think up and write expressions of gratitude and welcome. For children with parents currently serving overseas, this was an opportunity for them to reflect on the war and its impact on their lives. Amongst their friends, and the volunteering soldiers, they talked about what it was like to have a parent gone, not knowing if they’ll return safely—or at all. Inspired by the stories, the children crafted their posters and cards, truly understanding the significance of their service, the intention of their messages, and the spirit of patriotism.
Well, it’s not really a story—I don’t do that. But blog one, done (check).
Yours in service,
OlyVCW
OlyVCW
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