Special Olympics

Volunteering with the Berea Young Athletes/ Special Olympics was an eye-opening experience to say the least.  The first time I volunteered with the organization, I wasn't sure what to expect.  I didn't know what it was going to be like.  But, it exceeded every single one of my expectations.  We played a different sports every week ranging from basketball to yoga.  Most of the kids have Down Syndrome.  They are the nicest, sweetest, and funnest kids to be around.  Their kindness and smiles are contagious.  The feeling of spending an hour of your time to play with kids is the best feeling ever.  It didn't even feel like volunteering and frankly, I felt guilty taking service hours from it.  They genuinely enjoy playing sports and getting to run around and throw and kick.  It's something that I can learn from.  I am blessed to be in the position to help others.  I learned...

Smiles are contagious.

Life is good.