Lost My Job and Doubting Myself

[BonesMS]

Last night was VERY hectic as I had to be late getting to work.

As I was driving down the Beltway heading to the new church, I came across a very bad accident that had occurred SECONDS before I arrived.  Another witness was just standing there and I recognized him as a former member of the local football team from two decades ago.  I asked him who was hurt and his response was:  "My wife has already called 9-1-1" and he climbed back inside his SUV, leaving the injured victim alone in her smashed up vehicle!!!!  Since I have First Aid training, I parked my car and went over to the victim to assess her condition.  She was in shock, hysterical, and was climbing out of her car towards Beltway traffic that was flying by!  I steered her away from the traffic and got her to the side of the road, reassuring her that she was going to be all right.  At no time did the football player get out of his nice, comfy, warm SUV to help!  I was thinking to myself:  "You may be a famous football player and I do NOT want to know you, twit!"  I stayed with the victim until the EMTs and the police arrived and rendered assistance until the scene was under control.  Then, and only then, I got in my vehicle and went on to work.  The football player left before I did after he gave some statements to the police.  I'm hoping the victim will be OK.

Bones

[Hopalong]

I'm glad you were there for her, Bones...what a gift.

Sounds like he had no idea how to offer simple comfort (what to say after someone's been tackled?  )...

Yikes. I'm not a fan of what some sports do to the psyche...

Hops

[BonesMS]

I'm glad you were there for her, Bones...what a gift.

Sounds like he had no idea how to offer simple comfort (what to say after someone's been tackled?  )...

Yikes. I'm not a fan of what some sports do to the psyche...

Hops

He seemed to be more interested in his own comfort than helping the victim, no compassion whatsoever.  At one point, when I walked past his SUV, he just sat there stone-faced and acted like no one else was there.

Bones

[Leah]

Dear Bones,

Wish I could work at the homelessness outreach that I otherwise support, but, it is hundreds of miles away.

Always truly grateful to be here tucked up cozy on such a night as this one, it's raining non-stop and gale force winds, here tonight.

Remembering how harded you worked last year at the Shelter with gentle compassion and care in action.

Thinking of you.

Love, Leah

[BonesMS]

Dear Bones,

Wish I could work at the homelessness outreach that I otherwise support, but, it is hundreds of miles away.

Always truly grateful to be here tucked up cozy on such a night as this one, it's raining non-stop and gale force winds, here tonight.

Remembering how harded you worked last year at the Shelter with gentle compassion and care in action.

Thinking of you.

Love, Leah

Thanks, Leah!

Last night we had our first Winter storm so we're dealing with a combination of snow and ice today.

Bones

[BonesMS]

BTW, the winter shelter is getting ready to move to a new church, which will be a longer drive for me.  And the next church after that will be an even LONGER drive.

Bones

[isittoolate]

Hello Bonesy

I have to admire you that you can keep such a long thread and it about your work.

Maybe we would have fewer threads if everyone had just oner, but it appears the rest of us are crazy and jump all over the place. I have to have my pogo stick oiled every week.

Kudos to you

Love Izzy

[Leah]

BTW, the winter shelter is getting ready to move to a new church, which will be a longer drive for me.  And the next church after that will be an even LONGER drive.

Bones

Hello Bones,

Will the move mean greater facilities and resources available?

How many miles will the first round trip be?

Take care.

Love, Leah

[BonesMS]

Hello Bonesy

I have to admire you that you can keep such a long thread and it about your work.

Maybe we would have fewer threads if everyone had just oner, but it appears the rest of us are crazy and jump all over the place. I have to have my pogo stick oiled every week.

Kudos to you

Love Izzy

Thanks, Izzy!

Bones

[BonesMS]

BTW, the winter shelter is getting ready to move to a new church, which will be a longer drive for me.  And the next church after that will be an even LONGER drive.

Bones

Hello Bones,

Will the move mean greater facilities and resources available?

How many miles will the first round trip be?

Take care.

Love, Leah

Thanks, Leah!

The way the program works, our equipment is moved from church to church every Sunday.  Each church that has volunteered to participate hosts the homeless for only one week.  I haven't calculated the miles yet.  I have to look at the printout to see what the estimated distance is for one-way.

Bones

[Leah]

The way the program works, our equipment is moved from church to church every Sunday.  Each church that has volunteered to participate hosts the homeless for only one week.  I haven't calculated the miles yet.  I have to look at the printout to see what the estimated distance is for one-way.

Dear Bones,

Thanks ever so much for explaining how it works.

Wow!  Honestly, I really am most impressed with the program, it sounds straightforward and so workable.

As far as I am aware, we don't have anything like that here.

Such a pleasure to witness you working with such an effective outreach.

Do take care of you too!

Love, Leah

[BonesMS]

The way the program works, our equipment is moved from church to church every Sunday.  Each church that has volunteered to participate hosts the homeless for only one week.  I haven't calculated the miles yet.  I have to look at the printout to see what the estimated distance is for one-way.

Dear Bones,

Thanks ever so much for explaining how it works.

Wow!  Honestly, I really am most impressed with the program, it sounds straightforward and so workable.

As far as I am aware, we don't have anything like that here.

Such a pleasure to witness you working with such an effective outreach.

Do take care of you too!

Love, Leah

Thanks, Leah.

Maybe a similar program can get started in your area.

Bones

[changing]

Hi Bonesy Dear-

I am so glad that things are going so well- I knew that you were the right person for the job! I was thinking about your work and wondering-how do the people that you serve get to the different churches, especially during the inclement periods? I hope that you are taking care of your health and not driving yourself too hard! Wish I could bring you some hot tea and yummy food!

Love,

Changing

[BonesMS]

Hi Bonesy Dear-

I am so glad that things are going so well- I knew that you were the right person for the job! I was thinking about your work and wondering-how do the people that you serve get to the different churches, especially during the inclement periods? I hope that you are taking care of your health and not driving yourself too hard! Wish I could bring you some hot tea and yummy food!

Love,

Changing

Thanks, Changing!

The county provides us with a van to transport clients to and from the churches.  My boss is subbing for me tonight as I'm battling a "bug".  I wish my boyfriend can bring me some homemade matzo ball soup since he is aware that I've been feeling sick since Friday night.

Bones

[changing]

Hi Bonesy-

Sorry about the bug, I got one as well! Wish I could share my tea and soup with you. It really does make one feel better to have homemade soup! Keep warm and cozy . drink lots of fluids, and I hope you get the soup you crave!

Love,

Changing