| I often hear the comment, “ I wish I could do what you are doing, and each time I think to myself, “You can!” For those of you who don’t know me, my name is Angela Koenig. I have been a volunteer at MLLC since June. It hasn’t always been easy! My stay at Maytown has consisted of tarring roofs, building shelves (and I am far from a carpenter), mopping floors, camping, rough housing with kids, and everything in between. Being in Maytown has been a great experience—one that I am privileged to be a part of. I think the thing I enjoy most about being in Maytown is the people. Everyone I have become friends with make it worthwhile. One of the things I have loved since fourth grade is volleyball. Every Monday, MLLC hosts a free volleyball night. The turn out varies in number and ages every week, but it is always fun. It’s not necessarily the volleyball either; it’s being with everyone and having a good time. Being in Maytown has taught me many life lessons too. I have more patience, and most importantly, I have learned not to judge based on appearances. At this time in my life I could be in college with the rest of my friends, “experiencing life,” like most other 19 year olds. Instead, I have chosen to put off college, and I find that I am experiencing life in ways I had never imagined. I encourage everyone to do some sort of volunteer work. It doesn’t have to be for a year, or even full time, but if you have never volunteered, you don’t know what you are missing out on. |
| Story of A Volunteer - By Angela Koenig |
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