Passion

Today, I just want to ask one question, What are you passionate about? Have you ever wondered what it would be like to do the one thing you've always daydreamed about? That perfect job, to afford that one trip you've always dreamed of since high school, to fit into that little black dress, to be the runner you've always wanted to be, to rock the itsy bitsy baby in the NICU, or to do the grocery shopping for your senior or sick neighbors? you get the idea.

Unsure where to begin? How about starting out as a volunteer? I remember needing job experience and having a strong desire to become an attorney but I didn't know where to begin, one day I decided to go the the court house to find out. I stopped at the information desk and I asked, I would like to do some volunteer work here at the courthouse do you need a volunteer? Well, with more words because I tend to be long winded but you get the idea. My first job after graduating from college was at the court house where I volunteered. Get it?

Every time you turn on the news there seem to be one more gray depressing story that seem to drag all the joy from your heart. To that I say, turn off the TV for a minute or 60, or 120 or for good, get your old, better yet, commit to becoming a little happier, get some newness in your spirit and make a decision to start living and making a difference. Let today be the day you find out what that burn in the inner walls of your chest is all about. OK, after you find out that, that burn really is heart burn, dig a little deeper to discover the weight that consumes your every thought and keeps you up at night, is really an unfulfilled need that can be met by helping others.

To discover your hidden talents, use this link http://www.1-800-volunteer.org/1800Vol/OpenIndexAction.do if you are in the Prince William County area, I've made it even easier for you, use this link http://www.1-800-volunteer.org/1800Vol/voluntary-action-center-prince-william to help you decide where you can begin in service as a volunteer. I believe that we all are our brother's and sister's keeper? we each have a responsibility to share the load, as Samwise Gamgee did for Frodo, in the movie, Lord of the Rings.

To those who are new to my blog, you will find I never miss an opportunity to reference one of my favorite movies, The Lord of the Rings. There you have it. Go forth and be of service to yourselves and your neighbors.

Please post any decisions you've made in your commitment to serve.