Friday, March 19, 2010

"Click it or ticket!"

2/3rds of car accidents with drivers not wearing a seatbelt lead to death.

I'm sure you do not want to be a part of that statistic.

Unfortunately, a lot of people our age are still driving with no seatbelt. It's really little inconvenience to wear a seatbelt when you drive. Especially when the other option is possible death. Everyone is really doing it. Just today alone, I drove to work and nearly EVERY car I drove by had the driver wearing a seatbelt. It's actually "cool" to be safe!!

Also, if a police officer sees you're not wearing your seatbelt then you get a ticket. Why would you want to pay the unnecessary fine? Just do the right thing!! Buckle up....

Friday, March 12, 2010

Baldwin Center..

Well, I volunteered at the Baldwin Center on Tuesday. It was interesting and kind of fun to help out. As a class I felt that we worked really well together and had fun organizing the "pantry." I had no expectations when I first heard that we were going to be volunteering at the center. I volunteer a lot so this just seemed like another volunteer experience. But after doing the service I felt a little happy and accomplished. I felt like we really made a dent because the room was much more organized and clean when we left than when we came in.

I noticed that things were different than what I pictured. The Baldwin Center actually does a lot for the city. It offers a housing little thing, soup kitchen, food etc. It was surprising to find out the relationship between the Church next door and the Center. It was also surprising to find see how much food the Center has collected and how much they really do help people. I'm glad I could help, even if it was for a short time. It's nice to know that they appreciate all of us helping. I had a great experience this week!!