A couple that volunteers together…

Seventeen months ago I received a comment on this very blog that ultimately would change my life. At the time it seemed innocent enough someone wanted to share that he was impressed with my community involvement. After all, I started this blog to share my experiences in hopes of inspiring my friends to get involved too. The fact that others beyond them find it inspirational is icing on the cake.

Anyway, as commenting is intended to do, that remark sparked a conversation we maintained until finally one day we had the pleasure of meeting at an event hosted by yours truly. I was still unaware at the time of how important he was going to be to me.

You see, as someone committed to a life a volunteerism, I knew that any man I fell in love with would have to be understanding of that commitment considering I spend as many hours each month as possible giving back to the community. Although I didn’t doubt finding someone who supported my passion, I never expected to find someone who matched it.

But I did.

As it turns out, that one comment from one inspired reader ended up being the small thing with great love I feel I’ve received in return for a life of volunteering. Of course, I’ve never expected anything in return for what I do, but if there’s any truth to fate or paying it forward, this has to be it.

Volunteering has enriched my life in more ways than even I imagined. It has brought me an immeasurable amount of joy. And now I can say it has also brought me love.

As rewarding as I already feel volunteering is, because of this special gift, it makes me to want to give back even more to show my appreciation for the blessings in my life. Fortunately for me, I am not alone in that desire. My guy and I regularly volunteer together. It only seems fitting since it’s what brought us together. Not only that, it continues to bring us closer.

Together, we’re determined to make a difference. And with him at my side, I know that we can.