Get Involved and Make a Difference

In today’s world, we seem to be busier than ever.  As a parent we have to balance our time at work, home, and with our children.  And if you’re children are like mine, then they are probably even trying to keep their life in balance with school and all the activities they are currently involved in.  When we spend time together, we always want to make the most of it, and we all like to be active members of our community.

Once a month, and sometimes more often than that, me, my husband, and our two children find a way to get involved and help out in the community.  Not only is this a great way for us to spend our free time together, but it is also a valuable lesson for our son and our daughter.  Hopefully, when they get older, they will continue this and keep giving back.

Why do we choose to help out?  There are so many reasons, but truly our kids are the most important.  Aside from that, our family takes great pride in the fact that we can help.  We are so blessed beyond measure that we want to share that, so other people can benefit.  Our helping out is obviously a big help to the area in which we live.  When volunteers are needed, you can usually count on some of the Dunroven Family clan to be there with a big smile on our face.  Lastly, we volunteer and stay active in the community because it makes our family stronger.  In some instances, we have volunteered for some things that can bring a sad picture to mind, like making Thanksgiving dinner plates for those who have no where to eat.  This makes the entire family really value and count the blessings around us and rejoice in the Lord our God.

Our children, so far, have gained many things from helping out.  They have a firm sense and understanding of being responsible citizens.  Making a commitment or a promise in our household is a serious thing.  My children know that there are no ways to back out on something they agreed to do.  They also have realized that even they, a 13 and 11 year old, can make a change and a difference.  I know that for them that is something that is very empowering.  Luckily, too, volunteering may even help them to figure out what they want to do for a career.

No matter what you choose to do, if you give your time to your community, then you and your family will surely benefit from it as well.  There are so many just around the corner in your area that is in need of something.  As citizens in the community we should feel privileged to be able and fortunate enough to give our time and help. Helping one another out is way more cost effective than having to install a security system. So, help your neighbors out, and save some money.