Instead of another day of service the Fellows surprised us by
taking the whole Corps on a journey. We
followed Lewis and Clark’s footsteps from way back when and were asked to
reflect upon our own personal adventures this year as we did so. I didn’t know where to start so I wandered
into the wilderness. As I sat in
contemplation a doe wandered through the tall grass not more than 40 yards
ahead of me. It was graceful, silent—it
was the embodiment of my year in the Emergency Response Team: I entered this
program quietly and in all likelihood I will leave the same way. I waited until the deer wandered out of view
and in its wake I saw a member from AmeriCorps, followed by another. This made me smile. While I was never the most vocal of the
bunch, like this reenactment of sorts people came to understand and appreciate
my contributions and followed my lead as I spearheaded ideas on projects.
Next, well, I wouldn’t want to spoil the whole experience for
future members so feel free to ask me about the event in person. Consider what I’ve provided as a sneak peek
as that is all you’re getting out of me in this blog! I will only add that another instance
occurred that summarized how I took action in the program: I was rarely the
first person to reach our destination, nor the last, but I ensured that I
always provided high quality work.
Now we are enjoying each other’s company. Kelly Kaufmann and I made each other tear up…
It was very emotional. I don’t know how we’re going to pull through for another
2 weeks after tonight, but as is always the case, we’ll find a way! Tonight there are some festivities planned
that will lighten the mood. I’m not sure
this will be the proper place to discuss such things, but feel free to ask! Talk to you all soon!
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