Obamanos!
“Obamanos” is my favorite new Obama-ism. And with today’s inaugural speech calling on Americans to make a change, I am going to heed the call with a pledge to take action. I invite you to join me, either in your own communities or literally to join me if you live here in Tucson!
I helped build a home in high school with Habitat for Humanity, an experience I never forgot. I loved the hands-on work, and the partnership that is created between the volunteers and the low-income families that also help build the homes. If you are like me and work inside all day, what a great excuse to get out and actually be able to create something. I also thought since I sell furniture and home decor, and am working towards a degree in Interior Design, maybe I can make an aesthetic contribution as well! Whatever it is I do at Habitat for Humanity, I’m excited to build, excited to create, and most of all, excited to support my community.
Want to join me? In order to volunteer for Habitat for Humanity, you must attend a Volunteer Orientation. At the Tucson Habitat for Humanity, orientations are the second Saturday of every month, 10 am, at 621 W Lester Street. Upon completion of the orientation you will receive a code that will give you access to schedule yourself for volunteer opportunities. For more information, visit:
http://www.habitattucson.org/volunteer/
The next orientation is Valentine’s Day- a great day to spread some love! (and to bring the ones you love!) If you’d like to join me at the volunteer meeting, please respond to the blog so I know how many bagels and coffees to bring! And pass this along to anyone you think would want to join in! Obamanos!