Different strokes for Different folks
... It's been a while. I knew it would wind down. You know, over the past week or so I'll have a bunch of moments that say " Wow, I'll blog about that today and I will sound so clever and witty!". Needless to say, I forget what I wanted to write about and here I stand - with really nothing of interest to say.
Maybe a couple of announcements to toot my own horn for a moment.
I recently won the Niagara Business Link's Forty Under 40. It was a nice night out where I was "honoured" for my achievements in the business community, as well as community services. I was supposed to get a snazzy glass statue like thing, however something went wrong and my name never made it on one. I graciously accepted some Sam guy's award and smiled and nodded as it was my own. I watched myself on TV accepting it and TV was not kind to me. I can't be that wide in real life... And is my face really that flat? *pout* ... I felt awkward because I know that I did receive several nominations after the fact, but somehow the main one associated me with the funeral home.... And I am usually not one to draw too much attachment to myself and the place where my funeral license hangs. I mean I love the place, but I'm less a piece of furniture there and more like a lawn chair that is brought around when needed. I felt awkward in a sense when I could have been associated in other ways. I don't feel I do much there. It's a workplace and not the homey workplace I am used to... I just felt like I was stepping on toes and I didn't even do it. Kind of put a damper on the whole thing.
The next day I was also at a gala... To celebrate my nomination in the Women of Distinction of Niagara - held by the YMCA. I ate like a queen, and was delighted that my friend came out with me to share the experience. We ate more than socially acceptable ( I have a stalking problem with it comes to the floating food trays) The food was excellent, the company was excellent, the night was just awesome!
Two in a week. Talk about feeling fantastic. The people that stood up with me were phenomenal. They have done so much. I was delighted to be able to eat off of the same Hors d'oeuvre trays as them, let alone stand next to them in award categories. My category was Excellence in Community Services.
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Recently, well, "Ongoingly" ... (that is now a word) I've been challenged about why I am involved in so many volunteer opportunities, and how I should not just focus, but only do things that involve receiving an income. I used to think it was just done to bother me for kicks and giggles - but sadly, I think said person means it. Volunteers are the heart of any organization. I get so much out of volunteering. Firstly, for me... I meet people. I enjoy networking. I enjoy hearing stories of other's, I enjoy lending a hand. I enjoy being the person that is involved in everything. It keeps me busy. It helps people. Who wouldn't like that. This person does not understand why anyone would do anything for "nothing" ... It's not nothing... Its fulflling, its a learning experience, its great on the resume. I'm at an age where I have energy, and I want to use it positively. I'm not looking to cash out on everything I do. I'm looking to build my own character - and in turn build my own portfolio as well. I want to be well rounded, as well as educated. I'm not uber wealthy, but I'm not hurting. I have no debt. I'm comfortable. I'm frugal but not in a panic to count every penny for survival. I MAKE time to give time away. I can't offer organizations that I believe in funds for their advancement, but I can certainly offer them my own time. Volunteering, and having the mentors that I have had have created who I am. I like who I am. Said person doesn't know what he's missing. It used to bother me. It doesn't anymore. I just wanted to clear that air. Different people have different purposes in life. I have mine. He has his. We will always be different. As I've said before....If I could be a quarter of the community and business minded woman that my former boss' wife is - I would be above and beyond the person I think I am even capable of being... I've got big shoes to fill but it will be one heck of a ride trying.
Maybe a couple of announcements to toot my own horn for a moment.
I recently won the Niagara Business Link's Forty Under 40. It was a nice night out where I was "honoured" for my achievements in the business community, as well as community services. I was supposed to get a snazzy glass statue like thing, however something went wrong and my name never made it on one. I graciously accepted some Sam guy's award and smiled and nodded as it was my own. I watched myself on TV accepting it and TV was not kind to me. I can't be that wide in real life... And is my face really that flat? *pout* ... I felt awkward because I know that I did receive several nominations after the fact, but somehow the main one associated me with the funeral home.... And I am usually not one to draw too much attachment to myself and the place where my funeral license hangs. I mean I love the place, but I'm less a piece of furniture there and more like a lawn chair that is brought around when needed. I felt awkward in a sense when I could have been associated in other ways. I don't feel I do much there. It's a workplace and not the homey workplace I am used to... I just felt like I was stepping on toes and I didn't even do it. Kind of put a damper on the whole thing.
The next day I was also at a gala... To celebrate my nomination in the Women of Distinction of Niagara - held by the YMCA. I ate like a queen, and was delighted that my friend came out with me to share the experience. We ate more than socially acceptable ( I have a stalking problem with it comes to the floating food trays) The food was excellent, the company was excellent, the night was just awesome!
Two in a week. Talk about feeling fantastic. The people that stood up with me were phenomenal. They have done so much. I was delighted to be able to eat off of the same Hors d'oeuvre trays as them, let alone stand next to them in award categories. My category was Excellence in Community Services.
***
Recently, well, "Ongoingly" ... (that is now a word) I've been challenged about why I am involved in so many volunteer opportunities, and how I should not just focus, but only do things that involve receiving an income. I used to think it was just done to bother me for kicks and giggles - but sadly, I think said person means it. Volunteers are the heart of any organization. I get so much out of volunteering. Firstly, for me... I meet people. I enjoy networking. I enjoy hearing stories of other's, I enjoy lending a hand. I enjoy being the person that is involved in everything. It keeps me busy. It helps people. Who wouldn't like that. This person does not understand why anyone would do anything for "nothing" ... It's not nothing... Its fulflling, its a learning experience, its great on the resume. I'm at an age where I have energy, and I want to use it positively. I'm not looking to cash out on everything I do. I'm looking to build my own character - and in turn build my own portfolio as well. I want to be well rounded, as well as educated. I'm not uber wealthy, but I'm not hurting. I have no debt. I'm comfortable. I'm frugal but not in a panic to count every penny for survival. I MAKE time to give time away. I can't offer organizations that I believe in funds for their advancement, but I can certainly offer them my own time. Volunteering, and having the mentors that I have had have created who I am. I like who I am. Said person doesn't know what he's missing. It used to bother me. It doesn't anymore. I just wanted to clear that air. Different people have different purposes in life. I have mine. He has his. We will always be different. As I've said before....If I could be a quarter of the community and business minded woman that my former boss' wife is - I would be above and beyond the person I think I am even capable of being... I've got big shoes to fill but it will be one heck of a ride trying.
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