Luck…

 ”I’m a great believer in luck, and I find the harder I work, the more I have of it.” ~Thomas Jefferson

It’s come to my attention lately that there are quite a few people who don’t give themselves enough credit. Ever have one of those times where you get a bit stressed out about something and then somehow, things just work out? The solution just falls into your lap, so to speak?

Or how about looking back and realizing that where you are now is nowhere that you’ve been trained to be or is a completely different direction than you ever intended to go – but in a good way?

You don’t get hired or promoted because of luck. You don’t try out for something and make it because you’re inadequate. You don’t make friends because they pity you. You get all of these things because you are the best person for the job – because you have the skill set they’re looking for, or the knowledge, expertise and finesse they’re seeking, or because you’re a good person.

Yes, yes, we all have our flaws, but we also have our strengths and sometimes it takes other people to help you remember yours. So next time you find yourself thinking how something just fell into your lap, or that you’re just lucky and it will run out – take a moment to think back and see if there’s truth to that. I’ll bet you’ll find that somewhere along the way, you proved yourself to be worthy.

~Elizabeth

Help!

“Do more than belong: participate. Do more than care: help.” ~William Arthur Ward

Volunteering at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway begins this coming Sunday! Haven’t signed up yet? No problem – just hop on over to “Volunteer” on the left side of this page and get signed up! Yes – there is a bit of training required, but all you’ll need to do is come visit me at my office and pick up a packet of information and an ID badge. Couldn’t be easier!

We’re very in need of volunteers for this coming Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Morning shifts generally run from 8am – 1pm and afternoon shifts run from 1pm – 6pm. If you’re available during that time and you’ve wondered what it’s like to volunteer out at the track, let me know!!! I’ll get you trained in no time at all and on your way to help out!

 And if you can’t help out during those days – don’t worry – you can sign up for other days too!

 All you’ve got to do is let me know you’re interested.

~Elizabeth

The week to come…

 ”People that are really very weird can get into sensitive positions and have a tremendous impact on history.” ~Dan Quayle

Venture with me for a moment, if you will, into the future. Why? Because looking ahead will surely help to prepare you for the week of celebrations to come! And with that, we begin.

•  Monday, April 28th – Great Poetry Reading Day
•  Tuesday, April 29th – National Shrimp Scampi Day
•  Wednesday, April 30th – Hairstyle Appreciation Day
•  Thursday, May 1st - Mother Goose Day
  
•  Friday, May 2nd – Space Day
•  Saturday, May 3rd – Constitution Memorial Day (in Japan)
•  Sunday, May 4th – National Weather Observer’s Day (First day of IMS volunteering!)
  

I should probably also mention that May is Asparagus Month, National Egg Month, Transportation Month and Older Americans Month.

Now you’re fully equipped to go out and enjoy the week!

~Elizabeth

Crafts abound…

 ”It destroys the craft not to learn it.” ~Irish Proverb T

he Salvation Army is having a craft show/flea market! That’s right – all of you who looking for new crafts or searching for some bargains, you’ll want to check this out!

Mark your calendars for May 31st at The Salvation Army located at 325 Market Plaza in Greenwood, IN! Not a morning person – don’t worry, you’ll still get to sleep in and check out the show since it will be open from 10am – 5pm.

And if you make crafts and are looking for a local place to sell them, they’ve got 10×10 booth space available for $25 and you’ll be helping out a good cause since the $25 goes to support ongoing Salvation Army programs!

Questions? Call Terri Anderson at (317) 881-8916.

~Elizabeth

More Volunteer Opportunities…

“Those first few songs I wrote, I was taking notes at a fantastic rock concert going on in my head.” ~Jim Morrison

Every summer for the past three years, The Salvation Army has been out at the Verizon Wireless Music Center with volunteers ringing bells during concerts. This year is no different!

Just posted – concerts that The Salvation Army needs volunteer bellringers for through the end of June. July, August, and September concerts will be up when they get closer.

These volunteer spots are highly sought after since they include a free lawn ticket for each volunteer! They’re also highly limited – about 4 spots open for each concert.

The catch is that you have to be signed up as a volunteer to see the schedule and to get to sign up. So, if you’re not currently a volunteer but would like to partake in this opportunity, please sign up now by clicking on “Volunteer” on the left side of the page!

First come, first served… Sign up now!!!!

~Elizabeth

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