Dare to Dream

Last night a friend of mine stated how she felt on top of world. Doors were opening for her, opportunities were coming her way and in general, everythjng was going her way. She felt she didn't even deserve all of it but it just fell into her lap so naturally, she was enjoying it.

All of us, to a degree, expect good things to happen to us. We all have a level of optimism that even if three terrible things happen, one good thing will eventually happen . But what if we don't have this optimism?

Each day, I'm reminded of how fortunate I am. I take it for granted that I can do whatever I want with my life. I'm in college at a great university, I have a decent place to live, I have access to loans to help pay for my education, I have scholarships available and most importantly, I have a great suppport system of family, friends and professors that encourage me to excel.

I'd like to think if tomorrow I didn't have a support system, a loving family, an education or financial security, that I would still be as optimistic for the future as I am. I'd like to think, I would still believe I could accomplish anything.

For those in the world, in our country, in our state and in our community without one of those things, it is easy to think of how their optimism can be dim, at times. With outreach programs that help and inspire youth and adults either in crisis situations or from low-income or homeless families, we can help ensure people continue to believe that good things will happen and that their dreams are a possibility.

Go to our web site to find an opportunity in Story County to volunteer and inspire others.