Habitat Restore
Our
experience at Habitat's ReStore on Monday was very different from that at the
work site, but at the end of the day we were still blessed with an
important realization: We often remind ourselves that change occurs
through little steps, but this concept is easily forgotten during
boring, monotonous tasks. Needless to say, our job at the Restore fit
this description as we priced countless, random donated items, some of
which you wondered if anyone would even want or buy.
For
example, we sorted at least 30 different bird feeders and foods, and
just when I questioned if anyone would even look at these among the many
items in the store, a lady walked back to our corner with a joyous
expression, stating, "Oh, I love bird feeders!" Although simple, her
statement made me realize the importance of what we were doing. No, we
weren't building houses, but these "random items" that we were pricing
would help to turn people's houses into a home. This woman found joy in
such a simple item, and it reminded me that the little, seemingly
unimportant duties still matter and bring about change. Also, her
purchase of the bird feeder raised money for Habitat to build even more
houses, thus creating a cascade of change. So, no matter how unimportant
a task may seem, we all have to remember that small changes and honest
effort truly do make a difference, and along the way it may influence
and inspire us, as well. Jess
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