tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13241994.post6664004872600017583..comments2023-11-03T06:29:07.280-05:00Comments on The Bandwagon: VolunteeringMJFredrickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06881706931355203700noreply@blogger.comBlogger7125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13241994.post-57061613448542533592009-02-21T07:46:00.000-06:002009-02-21T07:46:00.000-06:00Natalie, I think you're dead on about them asking ...Natalie, I think you're dead on about them asking people they know they can depend on. My cp has spoken at THREE of the quarterly workshops, because they know she's dependable. But yeah, when you start to resent it, no fun.MJFredrickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06881706931355203700noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13241994.post-59040381958809153082009-02-17T19:03:00.000-06:002009-02-17T19:03:00.000-06:00Don't feel guilty, Mary! Every person should do w...Don't feel guilty, Mary! Every person should do what they can, and if you can tell me there's no one in your chapter who has never volunteered for anything, I'll eat dog food. There are always people who can be tapped! I think volunteers tend to seek the people they know/like the best to do additional stuff, but it's no good for the chapter if you have to be dragged into it. Stay strong!Natalie J. Damschroderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07800784042353921973noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13241994.post-79543290586517605442009-02-16T20:43:00.000-06:002009-02-16T20:43:00.000-06:00I don't feel like I've given that much. I haven't ...I don't feel like I've given that much. I haven't done anything in about 3 years. Before that, yeah, and my time should be rolling around, but now's the time I really can't fit it in.<BR/><BR/>Amie, one of my chapter mates has the mantra, "Protect the writing." That's what I'm trying to do now.<BR/><BR/>Stephanie, you don't know how I grin to see you back :) Thanks! I hate being selfish, but this is what I've been working for for TWELVE years. I'm not willing to give up the opportunities that are building.<BR/><BR/>Kelly, WOW! No wonder you were tapped out. That's a huge list of responsibilities. I know what you mean about the resentment. Volunteering made my chapter feel like a job instead of a joy.MJFredrickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06881706931355203700noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13241994.post-66858739304868458292009-02-16T11:28:00.000-06:002009-02-16T11:28:00.000-06:00I was VP of our Chpt for 2 years and followed that...I was VP of our Chpt for 2 years and followed that up by being president for another 2 yrs. During that time I also volunteered for the educational sessions, organized our annual retreat and usually gave an educational session at the retreat. By the end of the 4 yrs, on top of a full time job and writing 5 days a week I was TAPPED OUT. I only volunteered to do one educational session last year and this year I'll do another but I think you need to learn what your limits are. There's no point volunteering if its going to cause you to lose your mind. THen you just end up resenting it.Kelly Boycehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15459592836145655997noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13241994.post-72257019900105777042009-02-16T10:48:00.000-06:002009-02-16T10:48:00.000-06:00You need to do whatever you feel is right to maint...You need to do whatever you feel is right to maintain your sense of balance. Life is about flow... you've helped a lot in the past, and there may be periods in the future when you do, too. But right now is to focus on you! Congrats on the book coming out :) And btw, love the kitty photos... I often come here to get a chuckle and a case of the warm fuzzies!Stephaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05757619254031529216noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13241994.post-61521019258069363672009-02-16T09:32:00.000-06:002009-02-16T09:32:00.000-06:00I will NEVER volunteer (or run for office) again. ...I will NEVER volunteer (or run for office) again. EVER!!! <BR/>And while i"m all for giving back, I'm also with you. If you lose your sanity, then what good are you to anyone? Esp your writing?Amie Stuarthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14145328243563702260noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13241994.post-23163530858732405012009-02-16T09:19:00.000-06:002009-02-16T09:19:00.000-06:00Mar, do NOT feel guilty. You have given and given...Mar, do NOT feel guilty. You have given and given and given to the group, for years. It is not as if you have been sitting on your ass the last decade. There is a limit to our available energies and reserves. If others have higher levels, more power to them. They can expend it at will. But you need to know what is right for you, and do that. This keeps you from becoming the empty well.<BR/><BR/>JAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com