I truly enjoyed the months spent working with MSP and in the Senior Capstone class. I believe my perspective has not changed because giving was instilled into me from a young age, but my knowledge on how to give definitely has. I have learned the ins and out of what it takes to give not only money, but your time, something extremely valuable in today’s world. I am extremely appreciative of Mrs. Hietanen, Ms. Pascale, and Yale for allowing me to not only learn, but also enjoy the experience of learning.
The current situation raises a lot questions and concerns in everyone’s minds. However, I believe it has given the chance for everyone to reflect on how blessed we are and how we can be creative in the ways that we give. Giving does not always just mean writing a paycheck, almost anyone can do that. Giving can mean reaching out to a friend in need during this or anytime, it can mean stopping on the side of the road to help someone that is stuck, and it can even mean praying for someone when they are going through a rough period in their lives. Personally, I love giving and even more, I love sharing the Word of God WHILE giving. He has truly blessed me and I should give back to Him by giving back to the people around me in whatever way I can.
Two things that I will remember most about this time of giving is the structure that came with our giving and the people around me. I will always remember how we took lots of time before actually getting into the action of giving to plan and prepare. Also, I will remember the people around me in this time. I believe giving requires some amount of willpower. Reflecting on your own life is so relevant because anyone could say “I am so poor, how must I also give?” but in reality, you are rich. Rich in love, a family, food everyday, a phone! We must always think with perspective because there are always people that are less fortunate than us that we can give not just money, but time and our loving hearts to. This requires willpower and something inside of you.
Thank you to Yale, Mrs. Hietanen, and Ms. Pascale!!!