After walking out of the Transitional Living Center every week, I
leave with nothing but smiles and joy. Going over there to spend time playing
with children brings nothing but a positive impact on me. It might not seem
like much to spend two hours playing games with children, but in the
kids eyes’ you can see how much of an impact it has on them. With
this being said, for me going to Transitions once a week doesn't even seem like
volunteer work and I'm sure for those who volunteer here would agree as
well.
What we actually do at Transitions doesn’t feel like service or
volunteer work at all. It's always so rewarding and enjoyable when we help
these kids with their homework. After homework, we usually go down to the
playroom and have some fun. Whether it is playing twister, basketball, football
or any sort of imaginary game, everyone gets involved and is enjoying themself. This
type of bonding and the connections I get to make with the children always
brings a smile to my face.
Volunteering at Transitions has already had such a powerful impact
on my life. Being here, it has given me the power to be a role model for these
kids. I know that I can be such a positive role to them, which is why I
am continually aware and conscious about my words and actions around them. With
this being said, I always try to be a best friend to them and influence them in
a way that will better their lives.
Volunteering at Transitions has helped me recognize and become the
true individual that I believe I should always be. What the kids have taught me
at Transitions has allowed me to transfer those things I've learned to my
personal life when I am not with them. And for that, I cannot thank these kids
enough for what they bring into my life.
- Mark Caindec
Knight of Gonzaga
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