Volunteer at many different places. Love helping and meeting new people.
Oldest Child Stereotypes Redefined
Hollis, NH
United States
"The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams." My parents gave me a key chain with this quote by Eleanor Roosevelt on it in second grade, and they have been mine to live by since. Thinking and living outside of the box to try and be me while helping others is how I achieve my dream of being a woman for and with others. In the summer of 2011, I had to the chance to go to Israel and Palestine (West Bank).
Worcester, MA
United States
I served as a teenage role model and leader to the young ladies of my community. Twice a week I would go to work and be ambushed by many smiles and girls. It was the greatest feeling to leave work and see the smiles that I'd put on the girls faces and the smile that they'd put on mine. Now, I'm a junior at Salem State University, and I make certain to continue to work with others as I'm a tour guide and aid prospective students and families in making the decision as to where they will spend their college careers.
Because in the world, labels shouldn't mean anything. This project is a great way for people to label themselves in a way that expresses who they truly are... it's 100% acceptable to be yourself!
To be an anchor, calming presence, and reassurance that those close to me know they have someone who loves them, will take care of them and accepts them unconditionally.
Worcester, MA
United States
I've spent the past 2 spring breaks rebuilding in New Orleans... I even met my boyfriend there :)
Shrewsbury, MA
United States
I serve as co-chair of the Worcester Women's Oral History Project. I listen to women's stories because every woman's story is important.
Because this project spreads a positive message to our community and the world.
Working with inner city children, keeping them smiling
To be a strong role model for the girls I work with everyday. Teaching them that it is great to be different, creative, strong and happy!
Marlborough, MA
United States
I love to help my family especially my little sister. She is deaf-blind. I like to help people. My fondest memory is helping another little boy learn to climb up the slides at the playground. I held his hand and told him where to put his feet. When he got to the top all the parents at the playground cheered. I was so happy that I could help him.
My mom says that this is a good way to help people and my sister. My sister is 5. She is deaf-blind and she can't walk yet. Sometimes people look at her funny. Mom says that is because they don't know her and are afraid of what they don't know. I think that is silly.
Worcester, MA
United States
I help to watch my little Brother when we are playing out in the yard. He is only three years old and he tries to ride his tricycle out to the street.
Because my Tio asked me to.
Charlton, MA
United States
I always get my homework done on time and help my dad around the yard. At school I tutor other children when I have free time.
We need more positive projects like this to boost morale in this country.