Today's question is would I continue to volunteer at the Shelter when this course is over. Why or why not.
I'd love to say yes, I'm committed to continuing my volunteer hours at WCAS. However, I know me and I know my schedule. I already have an internship lined up for July through the Wake County Public Libraries. I am a single mother of two children, one is now on her way to High School and the other on his way to Middle School, which is a full time job in and of itself. I am also a full time student at Meredith, a job that requires 60 hours of work a week. I don't see how I could ever find any more time to keep these hours on my plate.
I'd love to share this with my kids occasionally, but it would be difficult to do on a regular basis. The other hard part is every time I take my children, they each want to bring home a separate animal. I live in a small townhouse with a large greyhound, a "fat cat," and a school of fish. I have no room for more animals!
It would be my desire to be able to get back to WCAS and volunteer after I graduate, anticipating that my life will calm down a bit. But I do not know what my future holds at that point.
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| Me volunteering at WCAS. Photo by Prof. Johnstone |
Karen, this picture of you volunteering is fantastic! I can relate to what you are saying. I want to continue volunteering and hope I can on some weekends. I know my schedule during the fall and spring will be completely booked and my only option to volunteer is some weekends when homework is not so heavy! This has been a great experience for our class and we have learned so much!
ReplyDeleteI completely understand and think it is very wise to be realistic in what you can take on! Glad to have had you in the course.
ReplyDeleteThat makes sense, I am going to try my best to volunteer as well, but I am very busy myself! This photo is gorgeous, I love the expression of happiness on your face.
ReplyDeleteYou really thought about how much time you would have to committ to the shelter after the course is over. I agree with you to the fullest. After thinking about what else I have to accomplish this summer, I don't know how likely it would be for me to find time to volunteer at the shelter. By the way, your picture is really cute :) I can see the connection you have made with the animals!
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