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Submitted by Anonymously Larry on Thu, 08/02/2007 - 8:07pm.
For those that don't know, I'm a Big Brother. I meet with my Little Brother each week at the Boys and Girls Club, along with other Bigs and Littles. Its simple, scheduled, and only costs me a couple hours each week, with driving time included. I bring this up for a couple of reasons. First - because there is a real need for men to participate in mentoring and coaching boys. (women for girls also, but not as much need) The payoff is that these kids love the attention and I've personally witnessed the improvement in kids who are mentored. My second reason is a bit more humorous. As I was spending time with my Little Brother, there was a little girl at the Club with her Big Sister (a high school senior). The little girl looked at me and declared "you're the oldest Big Brother I've ever seen in my life". After a good laugh, it reminded me that I'm more a grandfather figure than a Big Brother. My Little Brother doesn't mind, but it certainly reminded me of the need that we have for younger men that could spend a little time with some boys. Think about it, guys (and ladies). If you've got the time, the kids have the need. Big Brothers Big Sisters (360)943-0409
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This is totally true
Submitted by Rick on Fri, 08/03/2007 - 6:25am.I've been a "Big" two times. It is very fun and rewarding, especially if your biological family is far away.
When you think of the long and gloomy history of man, you will find more hideous crimes have been committed in the name of obedience than have ever been committed in the name of rebellion. -C.P. Snow
A BIG thanks.
Submitted by Anonymously Larry on Fri, 08/03/2007 - 6:29am.Thanks for that testimonial, Rick.
Let us know if we can ever "re-enlist" you. It's still fun and these kids are helping me grow up.
"There is only one race, the human race" - The Neville Brothers
Good for you Larry! We need
Submitted by Norm on Fri, 08/03/2007 - 10:48am.Your application is waiting...
Submitted by Anonymously Larry on Fri, 08/03/2007 - 10:52am.Ribbing you, but please consider it, Norm.
Thanks
"There is only one race, the human race" - The Neville Brothers
I have considered it in the
Submitted by Norm on Fri, 08/03/2007 - 11:40am.How about teach a little
Submitted by Merwyn Haskett on Fri, 08/03/2007 - 12:02pm.We are the precious chosen few, let all the rest be damned. There's only room for one or two, we can't have Heaven crammed!
I'm pretty sure that gun
Submitted by Norm on Fri, 08/03/2007 - 1:14pm.What? That's terrible! How
Submitted by Merwyn Haskett on Fri, 08/03/2007 - 1:56pm.By the way, I took ballet and enjoyed it. Besides, it was a great place to meet women.
We are the precious chosen few, let all the rest be damned. There's only room for one or two, we can't have Heaven crammed!
OMG
Submitted by Guglielmo on Fri, 08/03/2007 - 1:35pm.LOL
Submitted by Norm on Fri, 08/03/2007 - 2:05pm.The "community based" program
Submitted by Anonymously Larry on Fri, 08/03/2007 - 10:11pm.A traditional community based match allows the Big and Little to take part in activities that both agree with and the parent agrees. Therefore target shooting, motorcycles and such would be allowed, based on parental permission and proper liability insurance.
Trust me, Merwyn, Uncle Larry isn't the one to explain women. I'm just lucky the current Mrs Larry puts up with me.
"There is only one race, the human race" - The Neville Brothers