Spectacular

I'm now in day three of on-site training, and I couldn't be happier with it. Each day I work with this organization, I believe more fully in its mission, in its philosophy, and in its ability to get things done. I am meant to be here. I can represent these people well.

Most of my excitement has come simply from the discussions and explanations about the organization's plan to tackle local problems of homelessness and poverty. But today I got to experience the people they help on a more personal level. I had face to face conversations with people who are getting the help they need. One man had me listening to this mixed CD he was jammin' to. We bonded over his random outburst of dancing to "Tutti Frutti." Another man shared some of his frustrations about the system with me, but seemed so hopeful on his mission to find housing.

I've met so many staff members and volunteers that are passionate about loving on the poor. I love to be around people like that. I think I even found a local to go art walking with this month.

Despite the lessons and struggles I've told you all about, I cannot tell you how firmly I believe that I am supposed to be here, now. I stayed late tonight, just to chat. It's nice to be there. I can't wait to go back tomorrow. That's a darn good sign.