My mother has always said “If you need something done ask a busy person” and as I have gotten older, started a family, work full-time outside of the home and become a volunteer for multiple causes….these words have really resonated with me. It’s not that I necessarily have the “free time” to take on more responsibilities, it’s that I believe, inside my heart, that we all are responsible for the course of the world, our futures and our present lives. By finding a causes I believe in and volunteering, I am able to make a small difference. Now think about if everyone found one cause that they took action on, think about how much better our world would be. We would all be a little bit more giving and kind if we would just do a bit more for our neighbors, community and world!
As a mother I hope to lead my example; since I believe volunteering is an important part of life I hope to raise my children to not become “busy” people but to become productive and giving people.
Today I have joined with Jessica at Eat.Sleep.Be to co-host her Thoughtful Thursday Link-Up. Please join us this Thursday, and every Thursday, by linking up a thoughtful post! Be sure to show some love to some other bloggers linking up their thought posts and I hope you enjoy!!
xo-Sarah
So true!! I don’t have a post but our parish youth group just collected items and delivered to Tent City in Camden. Feels good to hep those in need. <3
Oh I drive by Tent City every day on my way to work. It makes me so sad to see people have to live like that
This is the first I’ve heard of Thoughtful Thursday so thanks for sharing!!!
So sweet. you’ve got a heart of gold. Thanks for sharing and inspiring others.
Thanks for sharing. I love the idea of Thoughtful Thursday!
I’m terrible at volunteering! If it were just a matter of finding time, I could manage but right now car access and funds for donating are just not there either. I hope in another season because you are so right 🙂
What a fantastic quote! And it’s so true! You have an amazing heart Sarah.
Great Elizabeth Andrew quote!
That is a beautiful little thought : ).
Thank you for making a difference and helping so many people.
Your light shines so brightly.
What a terrific quote! So glad to have you joining me for Thoughtful Thursday!
Such an incredible sentiment Sarah. I love that quote. You are an amazing woman and your kids are so very lucky to have you as thier example!
Thanks for hosting! And yes, busy people find ways to make things happen.
I shared 2 posts this week, one being a fabulous guest post from Hillary.