Humane Society volunteer

by Daniel
(Arizona)

I am retired and volunteer about four to eight hours a week at our local Humane Society in Santa Clara County Arizona.

This like any volunteer opportunity I have sought has been not just a learning experience, or a satisfying way to use hours left empty in my life, But a few hours each week where I relax and enjoy the fact that dogs, and cats actually do give unconditional love.

If we humans worry about what money can buy, or how much money is needed to buy, then our best friends in fur are happy with a pat on the head, a good brushing, a walk or a biscuit.

Giving is said the receipt paid for to give is so very much more important than taking.
Volunteering a few hours a week is a commitment.

I am needed to help in Reds Thrift Store, or help with cleaning the Kennels, and I think I'm an expert in dog laundry tasks.

I particularly enjoy doing a few chores such as raking leaves, or sweeping the walks and parking lot. And all the while I work there are those two little eyes that follow me.

Little brown eyes, and if I turn and notice, I'm given a gift immeasurable. A wag of a tail that is bigger than any smile.

In your community are many local volunteer activities. I believe there is no better way to make friends, or spend a morning or afternoon than achieving "something".

Self esteem increase as tasks are accomplished. Stress and anxiety are reduced as we are valuable members of a team. And love, where love conquers all.

As we approach aging or as we enjoy youth new experiences in this world, economically depressed, lets look again to programs like Americorp where we can volunteer to make America better.