We are often told to respect and learn from our elders. While I believe this statement to be true, I realized this week that we should extend the same resepect to those younger than us. I'm a part time babysitter and I've always found it interesting when kids 10-15 years younger than me say things, I wouldn't even fathom. The unaffected personalities of children can teach us a lot about ourselves. After my last voluteering experience at the Riverland Library I was left with much to reflect on.
The young kids I worked with changed my perspective. Most of the time I just thought most kids didn't have much to offer me; however, hearing things from their eyes moved me. These kids wanted to do well and succeed. They didn't have the means most of us can afford but they still had dreams. Having a sanctuary such as the library fed their motivation. I hope dearly that the library can afford to stay open because it really does make an impact in these kids lives. As for the future, I will definitely listen more attentively and realize that young and old, we all have something to offer to one another.
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