miss everyone already
| By Unknown user - Mar 7, 2009 10:15:22 PM ET |
I will admit to being a delinquent team leader by not posting on this before just now, but will try to make up for it with this note.
First of all, just want to say thanks to all (United Way, U of M Dearborn) for putting all this together! You have created a wonderful opportunity for all involved.
Second, thanks also to Team Condiments for great work this week. I hope you all remember how good we felt on Thursday after what I think was our best day of work. Don't forget how it must feel for someone who is going through a tough spot to walk into an apartment that was painted just for them and is theirs worry free for the next two years. While you may never get a chance to meet the families that move into these apartments, you have made a difference in their lives. I hope our experience at Lighthouse Path encourages all of you to continue to volunteer in the future! Thanks also for the (delirious?) laughs with no sugar kool aid, paint rollers and jenga. I can't think of anyone I'd have rather shared this week with.
On a more personal note, I have been to ASB through United Way three times and it just keeps getting better. ASB in Detroit teaches all involved that community service is a way of life. It is not only a response to a natural disaster or tragedy, but can happen any day of the week through actions large or small. I learned this lesson nearly a decade ago in my teens and am always absolutely energized to come together with others who feel the same. Some of my friends thought it was crazy to call going to Detroit a vacation, but it has been much more refreshing and inspiring than any stereotypical spring break trip to Cancun or Daytona Beach. I will cherish the memories and friendships that I made on this trip and hope to see you all again soon!
Keep up the good work.
Melissa
First of all, just want to say thanks to all (United Way, U of M Dearborn) for putting all this together! You have created a wonderful opportunity for all involved.
Second, thanks also to Team Condiments for great work this week. I hope you all remember how good we felt on Thursday after what I think was our best day of work. Don't forget how it must feel for someone who is going through a tough spot to walk into an apartment that was painted just for them and is theirs worry free for the next two years. While you may never get a chance to meet the families that move into these apartments, you have made a difference in their lives. I hope our experience at Lighthouse Path encourages all of you to continue to volunteer in the future! Thanks also for the (delirious?) laughs with no sugar kool aid, paint rollers and jenga. I can't think of anyone I'd have rather shared this week with.
On a more personal note, I have been to ASB through United Way three times and it just keeps getting better. ASB in Detroit teaches all involved that community service is a way of life. It is not only a response to a natural disaster or tragedy, but can happen any day of the week through actions large or small. I learned this lesson nearly a decade ago in my teens and am always absolutely energized to come together with others who feel the same. Some of my friends thought it was crazy to call going to Detroit a vacation, but it has been much more refreshing and inspiring than any stereotypical spring break trip to Cancun or Daytona Beach. I will cherish the memories and friendships that I made on this trip and hope to see you all again soon!
Keep up the good work.
Melissa
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