A cool place to volunteer
I am always hearing about organizations that are in need of volunteers. My heart goes out to them but I have to admit that I shy away from this obligation. Oftentimes they need people to work at a booth, in a hot kitchen, or work outside doing something. None of this sounds like something I want to do. I will write a check to help with fundraising, buy whatever they are selling and even make phone calls from the comfort of my own home, just don’t ask me to do anything where I will feel uncomfortable. I hate to be cold or hot so I just don’t help out if there is no climate control. Now, most of these places don’t have the budget to provide this type of environment for their volunteers or the people who use their services. I get it! If I could afford to install an HVAC system in each location I would. This would be impractical as the organizations can not afford the added cost to their energy bills either. I really wish that there were opportunities where I would feel comfortable helping out. Maybe I will look into reading to children at the local hospital or library. At least I know that those places have quality HVAC systems and I can work with the staff to make a difference. I know that there are other places where the need is great and I will try and find others that can help them as well. Being a good person is difficult at times and I only hope that I can make a difference.