Just Because: Special Olympics

What is so special about what I have to say, you ask?

Well, nothing in particular I guess, except that I do believe that we all, at times at least, have something of value to add! Maybe I have some experiences that you have not. Maybe I think crazy nutty things that you don't (I am almost positive of that one!). Either way, like it or not, here I am! I mean if Rush Limbaugh can spout off at the mouth and people listen to him, there should be someone who will enjoy what I have to say!

Another plus, I can spell! So unless I am particularly vision-tired, those of you who get crazed over stupid spelling mistakes and such should feel safe here. Although, I DO tend towards run-on sentences. Sorry. I said I was a good speller, not a grammar expert!

Enjoy

Tuesday, July 29, 2008

Special Olympics

Last Friday, that is to say the Friday before the most recent Friday, my great Friend Theresa and I volunteered to interpret the Opening Ceremonies for the Special Olympics NC MidSummer Tournament. It was such a wonderful experience in many ways.

Professionally, it was wonderful because they actually had us set up in the proper way, with the seating in the right spot for the 'off' interpreter. One of us would interpret (on stage) while the other sat behind the speakers ready to jump in when time was up, and ready to help the other out if something was needed. Also, it was just so wonderful to be in a such a POSITIVE environment. Seeing all those happy and determined faces really makes you put things in perspective. It was such a high and we both hope to be able to work with the Special Olympics again. Yay! Theresa told me I was grinning like an idiot when it was over. I was!