The spirit of adventure is still alive and well in America! What I’m feeling right now, must have been in years past similar to the excitement folks felt about the aviation exploits of Amelia Earhart. I get such a thrill from following the progress of Arty Trost as she continues her aerial odyssey from Sandy, OR to Lakeland, FL. I just finished reading Arty’s first post since she began her flight…again. She writes so well that you can practically feel the cold and see the drifting clouds and majestic mountains. I swear I can smell the coffee at the FBO’s she stopped at! Continue the flight with Arty by reading her latest post and watch her progress on SPOT. Fly safe, my friend!
March 31, 2009
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March 27, 2009
CASA-Making a difference
In researching articles for my Laurel Community Volunteer Examiner column, I came across a piece written by Michael Piraino, CEO of the National CASA [Court Appointed Special Advocates] that I want to share with you. CASA volunteers are the connection between abused and neglected children and the court system. With hard economic times effecting so many areas of our society, it’s no wonder the need has grown for these children as well. Read more.
March 22, 2009
Road to …
There’s a growing need for volunteer drivers for the American Cancer Society’s Road to Recovery program. I’ve been a Road to Recovery volunteer for almost a year. For more information about this program and a snapshot of my own personal experience as a R2R driver read “Road to…” Click to locate your local American Cancer Society office.
March 21, 2009
New links-Surf’s Up!
If you’re looking for something at either the Chrysalis Publications, LLC web site or on the big WWW, check out the links in the column on the right side of this blog. In the past few days, I’ve added some new links that may help you find what you’re looking for. Happy surfing!
March 20, 2009
Words on the Wire
Interest in my column at Examiner.com has started growing. I’m receiving information from a couple volunteer organizations and I am now more aware than ever of how many people and organizations are volunteering in the Laurel, Maryland area. It’s heartwarming! Please visit – and subscribe – to the Laurel Community Volunteer Examiner. A lot of what is happening here is happening across our country. In addition to the articles, there is a growing list of local, regional and national organizations supported by volunteers.
March 18, 2009
NAMIWalks 2009 – for the Mind of America
Once again, I’m puttin’ on my walking shoes for a worthy cause! On Saturday May 2, 2009, I’ll be in College Park, MD at the University of Maryland – College Park. Joining with the other folks who will be walking the 1 or 2-mile courses, we’ll be participating in one of the many nation-wide NAMIWalks that are taking place this year. The goal is to raise about $8 million in 2009 for the NAMI [National Alliance on Mental Illness] organization and the mental health services it offers to thousands of individuals and families throughout the country. Check out my web site and find out what we’re walking for.







