Giving Back & Why?

I have been absent from my blog and apologize to my readers - sometimes the inspiration takes time and I don't want to write just for the sake of writing.  Writing is very solitary and it is difficult to gauge if you are connecting with the reader, so feedback is very important to all writers.  I got some last night and it inspired me to write today.  My friend, Erik commented on my New Year blog, Reflection, Resolution & Motivation.  I questioned my need to help others, and after endless years of volunteering,  I  continue to do it because I can.  Erik is someone I really love and respect and was touched when he commented that the world needs more people like me.  I don't think I am out of the ordinary, and I believe we all give in our own ways.

Volunteers also suffer from burn-out and we need to approach volunteers in the same way as you would an employee.  They need direction and support and even sometimes criticism.  I currently volunteer with two organizations (board positions), working on a third,  and have begun taking my lovely ten year old yellow lab to the local Soup Kitchen in Sault Ste. Marie, ON.   I will confess that at times I do get tired and would rather be sitting at home sipping a glass of wine and reading a book - but I will have time for that someday.

If you have any interest in Canadian stats on Volunteering go to:  www.givingnadvolunteering.ca

Give me your comments - why do you volunteer or don't

What motivates you?  email:  vezeau1067@gmail.com

I will post them on the next blog!

I want to wish three wonderful ladies a happy birthday - all of whom give me so much and I could not imagine not having them in my life!  Judy (Feb 1st), Sophia (Feb 3rd) and Annelise (Feb 7th) Cheers to you girls!
xo Vagi