Volunteering does to the banksters what the people of Whoville did to the Grinch when they celebrated life even after all their presents were gone. Just kills them!

No pay harry, but the smiles get back are worth more than all the gold those banksters can hoard.
We should all give back.
But those faces on the little kids...they break my heart....

You're an angel to those small children, Mission. I'm sure the sight of you puts a smile on their faces and a light in their hearts. Bless you and all volunteers.
R♥

I expect I'll never have a paying job again Jane.
But I CAN still make myself worthwhile.
I love volunteering and giving back...I do.

The mission is so small Fusun. And the demand is so great.
Times are tough.
I just want to help out.

Writing a grant is not hard Jane, not if I can do it.
But I got my fingers crossed for you too. And ope to see ya soon if it all works out for you dear.

I totally loved Harry's comment and agree with everything said here. There is tons of empirical data that says giving rocks!

You got that right Michael. For sure dear.

Mis, sometimes, Karma fly's over and sees you working and takes note. Then one day, out of the blue...,~~

Good on ya, Mission! You're an inspiration.

I ain't holding my breath Scanner....

I try Chicken Maan. But I do want everyone to volunteer. Times are so hard for so many now....

Outstanding Neighbor!

If there were no volunteers the world would not work neighbor.
Glad to see ya out and about.

This reveals who You are. Beautiful. Generous.
Oh, great Gratitude. If You date homeless folk?
Don't hold you're tummy in like I do. Be chubby.

Holding the belly button in gets exhausting.
No eat at a 5- star Palms eatery. You upchuck.
Eat, drink, and sing merry songs to all bums.

You/me may be entertained from` Beyond.
In BC\before computer - folk were less vain.
They never ate microwaved 'Ramen' noodles.
`
Politicos appear pale, half-dead, and exhausted.
They hold belly in. They can't get a old `hard-on?
Oops.
I knew a rural Elder who said to me one day a old`goofy.
He called me`Arthur (same as 1-st OS blog that's hacked.
`
"Arthur. Since my wife died I see lots of wonderful women.
Arthur. Don't think when you are in Ya 80's you no get hard."
`
O, I miss old `Tim. He's teach me many rural commonsense.
Tim sold me rural land. Deceased former Judge Rutlege etc.,

We get together at Tim's and Nora's and talk commonsense.
The Elder Judge was Southern. His lawyer Friend died too.
Somehow You took me back to 1978. I miss boondocks folks.
There still here.
You a real one.
I'll save this too.

One day Art
I'm coming to see that rich dirt
walk barefoot in warm earth
dance in sunshine
listen to birds sing
share small talk
watch moon rise
smile and share hearts
on your nice front porch
whirlly bird spins

Wonderful, so glad you have this chance to do something so right for you. And Harry is right.

Harry say so much using so few words Blue.
We are lucky to have him here.
I'm just happy to help anyone anytime....

You are probably working harder than most, Mission. What a great attitude you have. I pray that Karma will find you and reward you for what you do.

In so many ways Trilogy, karma has already found me.

For if we cannot help the poorest of the poor, who can we help??
The smiles I see are enough. And truly worth more than gold to me.
Truly I say.

You are a hero. Simple as that.

I don't claim such status Roger.
I often say a saint I ain't...laughing.
But I can help...

If everyone did what you do, mission, the world would be a much kinder place. Giving back, a simple, beautiful act.

The world is what we make it Erica.
I say help your fellow man
any way you can.

I miss going to volunteer. No chance now but good on you for doing it.
HUGGGGGGGGG

I do what I can Linda. And sleep like a child...

what a wonderful post...nothing better than to give back.

Go Mission. Easy on those bicycle petals ;-)

cut the wheat carry the water. the zen of mindful participation. lifting us up towards light. as usual....

Now THIS and YOU make me smile.

Well done .... and thank you.

Beautiful, S! Just beautiful you ...

Oh how I miss my bicycle....
the closest to sailing on land without sail

Thank you for what you give back. Bless you.

Suzie, I wish for you peace and just a little, your fair share of joy. I hope you're starting to find it. This piece is lovely. I'm smiling as I go off to bed. Goodnight friend.

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My big thanks to you all
You are right as rain Michelle
The petals are bent Kim, and the seat is hard on me
we all lift up each other Snowden
Happy I am for that smile Kate
Nutjob you are always welcome here
One day I will sail with you Inverted on that boat of yours
Always Blufeather
Monkey, I hope your dreams were pleasant ones

Getting dressed to head out folks
go find a place and VOLUNTEER!!

That comment is kind Algis..

There are some who view volunteering as a selfish act, believe it or not. I'm not one of those people. Kudos to you, Mission, and I hope this serves as an inspiration to others to get involved however and whenever they can.

I'm so glad you get it back in the smiles.r

Helping hands heal hearts...:)

Kudos back at ya Boan
I get many a smile back Hugs
Glad to see ya Belinda

What a great spirit you have. Everyone has gifts, something to offer. When you're down, I know it helps to feel useful, and when you can feel useful and help others too. That's a total win. (I know some people are so very low down they can't recognize their own gifts. I'm glad you can.)

I appreciate that Bell, more than you know. We can all be useful.

I have seen those faces and loved everyone of them. I love that you are giving back..

You give back as well LL.
you give from your big heart to all.

I too do some volunteer work; something called Story Time Players; we read/act stories to elementary classes. It's true, those who volunteer receive so much more than they give. Thanks for visiting my site.

You are welcome John.

Volunteers keep a lot of businesses open for business. I love volunteering, it gives me a sense of worth - and a thank you is good enough payment.

Glad to hear that you are volunteering. I just love it. Rated with a Jali Smile of course. :-)

God bless you. And great poetry, too!

I am so glad to be kept on my toes with this wonderful post. Giving back rules and you do too!

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