An Encounter That Changed My Life
get love in return. It is why I like to volunteer at a
retirement home, spending time with lovely seniors who
rarely have a visitor or don’t have visitors at all. Some
residents of the retirement home feel lost, lonely or even
worthless. I try to cheer them up holding their hands, giving
hugs, having talks, and playing board games with them.
It is so important to have somebody beside you and feel
needed. I have a heart for seniors. Volunteering at this place
gives me hope that in many years when I will be like them,
there will be somebody to hold my hand and cheer me up.
In addition, working at a nonprofit job that provides me the
opportunity to go behind the scenes at my favorite sites, like
a zoo or aquarium, become a part of the staff, and be
responsible for many functions. Therefore, it is an
opportunity to get new skills, learn some professional
words, and make some connections, which may lead to
employment one day. Besides, it is a fun time! Petting zoos
inhabited by adorable chubby goats, well-groomed ponies,
and incredibly fluffy lamas bringing smiles to children’s
faces are only part of one big exciting experience. The idea
of changing the world seems daunting, and volunteers are
heroes to challenge it, even if not all of their deeds are big.
One act of generosity and kindness can do a little to a whole
world. Sixty-five billion such acts can definitely change the
face of this planet. I’m happy to be committed, for it gives
me a sense of purpose and makes me feel more content with
life.
Victoria Morgan is currently an Academic Skills student at Brewster
Technical Center in Tampa, FL.