Day 9 The Overlooked Volunteer

Do you know how many volunteers it takes to change a light bulb? No I am totally kidding....Do you know how many volunteers it takes to run everything I take for granted? Volunteerism is not dead it is just overlooked. I was reminded of this today when I visited the State Capital building in Olympia. I took the kids on a long walk through the capital to see the huge Christmas Tree in the State Building. As I entered I noticed two elderly ladies sitting at the desk. They were so kind and sweet and greeted us as we entered the building and asked if we needed anything. As I walked around....I started to think about how many times I have passed volunteers in this type of situation without saying a word to them. I am at fault for pretty much "ignoring" them. Today was going to be different. It is Christmas Eve and I am done taking volunteers for granted. On my way out of the Capital Building I went over to their station. As I approached their desk both ladies perked up waiting to answer my questions....instead of asking or taking...I said...."I want you to know how much I and everyone appreciates you spending your time here on Christmas Eve so we can all enjoy the beautiful tree and the Capital building". The ladies responded "Oh my goodness...it is our privilege". Such sweet ladies....I will try not to take volunteers for granted again...