8.

My fall break was very enjoyable. I chose to travel with the RA's here at LWC to New York City to work with God's Love We Deliver. The week was eye opening. I’ve made a life out of service. Empathy and compassion for others is a key attribute that contributes to every fiber of my being. So it was natural for me to want to work with God’s Love We Deliver on our annual RA service trip to New York City. I’m so thankful for the opportunity to give back to a world that is in such desperate need. With every dish I helped prepare and every meal I delivered I was humbled by the kindness and generosity of others. There is good out there, there is light that shines in dark places. I made new friends and networked in new places by pouring my heart into an organization that feeds the soul. I want to offer many thanks to those who helped make this trip possible. I will never forget the faces and the love that was shown to me or the love I was able to show others.

7.

This week has been insane with mid-terms and such. I'm currently finishing a class this week, my introduction to counseling techniques class only lasts a half of a semester so I have been working on my projects and final. This week I worked in the Bonner office and hammered out an agenda with Tyler for the meeting we had Tuesday night. We also looked into BWBRS to see who hadn't logged any hours. We're hoping to get everyone on the right track with logging their hours so they don't get behind.

In other news I've been starting a work out routine this past week with my friends. It has been going pretty well. I'm trying to stay committed to it, so I'm keeping my fingers crossed for some positive results.

6.

This week has been kinda stressful. I did some work at the Bonner House on Monday for two and half hours. I found a really cool online quiz that lets you read two different quotes, one from Obama, one from McCain, and it doesn't tell you who said which thing. You then have to chose which statement you most agree with. There are 15 different quotes and from that the site tallies your choices and tells you which presidential candidate you are more in line with. The quiz was really neat because it let you go in and make choices without a bias. I sent the link to this quiz to the other fellow Bonners.

I also got certified to drive the Lindsey Wilson vehicles this week. I'm glad that I was able to do that so that I can help with any transportation needed with the Bonner Group. This will also be useful with Humanity Hands.

I hope to be able to complete the story Tyler and I were working on about Camp Casey this week or the next week. So far, even though I'm stressed, everything is going great!

5.

"What cause are you most passionate about? How important is this issue in your choice to support a particular presidential candidate?"

I refuse to choose a presidential candidate due to my feelings about one particular issue. My choice for president will be someone who will work for the betterment of our country and the world. No, I don't think our country has the responsibility to get involved in the affairs of everyone else but I feel we are required to help out those in need, wherever they are. This means not neglecting our own needs as a country in this process. There are battles that need to be fought here in the U.S.A that can't be ignored. Our country is plagued with disease and apathy that have run rampant.


Children need better access to quality educations where they can freely work at their full potential. I was an education major because I wanted to be a voice of change in children's lives. I wanted to give them knowledge. Knowledge would give them power so that they could be more informed and more prepared for life than the generations before them. However, I've recently learned about new ways I can be a voice of change. I have found new causes that I am passionate for. That doesn't mean that I still don't care about education, thats a issue that will always be close to my heart.

I think that we need a focus on reducing poverty and forming a complete healthcare system that works for the people. Poverty is all around us. Thousands upon thousands of people are homeless in the United States and there is little out there that is working for them, to help get them and their families off the streets and into jobs. Millions of people are not getting the medical attention they need because they can't afford it. Our country needs more than a temporary band-aid fix when we're looking at problems that need stitches.

Our economy is a wreck and agree with the war or not, it is also a pressing issue. Our new president will have a lot on their plate. These issues need to be addressed and not scooted under a rug. Our country needs a change, it needs a shift. We need to take pride in our country once more and who we are and what we stand for. Our president needs to represent that change. I'll be voting Obama in November because I think he can set that change in motion.

4.

This week has been pretty busy. I went into the office on Monday since Amy had returned. It was so wonderful to see her. She brightens my day! :) Tyler and I worked for a couple hours on some BWBRS and blog things and planned for the all-bonner meeting Tuesday. We had our second all bonner meeting in the library. Because Amy and Elise weren't able to be there, it was student lead. We talked about alot of different projects going on. We're doing some exciting things! A couple Bonners weren't there, which makes me sad. I always look forward to seeing everyone. I've had alot of schoolwork and other obligations this week so I haven't been back to the office or made it to the animal shelter. I am going to go into the Bonner office again this afternoon to get some more work done. Tyler and I were planning on doing a story for the opening of Camp Casey on Monday, but the opening day has been delayed a week. Oh well, that gives us more time to plan! I'm going home this weekend to spend some time with my family in personal news, and I'm super pumped about that. I guess this is enough for my fourth blog entry. Later.

3.

Bonner Webbers and I are not friends...

That is all.

2.

Oh how excited am I that it is a long weekend? Very!

I had a hectic week. Tyler and I had a planning meeting with Amy Monday afternoon. We talked about getting the blog set up for the rest of the Bonners. We talked about what needed to be covered at Tuesday's Bonner meeting.

Tuesday we had an all Bonner meeting in which we had a guest speaker from the Center for Courageous Kids. That organization will be a wonderful service site. If I can find some spare time I want to go to Scottsville and help out!

I have spent most of my week fixing up the Bonner Wiki page and getting the blogspot set up for the rest of the Bonners to put in their weekly reflections. I have three new blogs from Bonners to link to the wiki. With Amy out recovering from her surgery, I have a lot of work to do. I wish Amy a safe recovery, we're going to miss her around here.

Thank goodness it's a long weekend so I can get some rest and be ready to start all over again on Tuesday!

1.

This is my senior year at LWC. I'm entering my second year as a Bonner Leader. I love being a part of this organization and being a part of social change. I have learned real, practical ways that I can make a difference not only within my community but the world. The Bonner organization has helped me developing the selfish attitude that is a common stereotype of my generation. There are so many of us out there doing good things. I am a part of something bigger than myself and I love it!

I'm serving as a senior intern and Bonner Congress Rep. this year. I'm both excited and nervous about the added responsibility. I want to be a mentor to the new Bonners and help them adjust to working with their community partner. We seem to have a great group this year. I really look forward to working with them. We are very diverse and respectful of each other. Orientation in Jabez, KY was a nice getaway to spend time with the other Bonners. I am excited for all the things LWC can accomplish this year. We have big hearts, and we are ready to give it all!