Today we went to the Boys and Girls Club at the Grand Stand and volunteered. We were all paired up in two's and went to different rooms. Becca & Gabby had kindergarten and first grade. Kristen and Anna had first and second graders. Leyla and Bernice had second and third grade. Hannah, the lone ranger, had third to fifth grade.
Becca & Gabby: The kids were cute and immediately comfortable with us. We colored with the children which is always fun. We also played with them on the playground which they loved and made us feel important.
Kristen & Anna: The kids were energetic and super easy going. They were open to suggestions of what to do. The kids enjoyed the Cha-Cha-Slide and we did it three times!
Leyla & Bernice: The kids asked for help. They were also cute. However, the guys were rowdy.
Hannah: The kids were comparable to the fifth graders at WCA which made for some continuity.
Overall, we all enjoyed feeling useful and like we were helping kids lives. The kids were impressed that we had teachers too. Some of them were troublemakers and some were super sweet. We all had lots of fun and are looking forward to tomorrow! We came away with some pretty funny quotes as well! :p
We could also tell that some kids came from bad situations which breaks our heart and makes us appreciate where we come from. Gabby was struck with the desire to give the kids the world. It's sad that they have to deal with hard situations, but we are thankful that they have a place to go to get help and be loved.
It's fulfilling, but it also breaks our hearts.
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