During my last few weeks before I left for Florida, I had little time to tary in the frenzie of preparations. However, I managed to complete three tasks before I departed other then preparing for the week to come. These three events were:
Visiting a CMN hospital:
During this visit I helped serve at an ice cream social and then made my rounds to see the patients in the hospital. I particularly became friends with a young boy named George who loved Star Wars and Elmo (an odd combo I know). Visits such as these remind you of the troubles in the world and why we must fight for those who cannot. Moreover, they stand to show how just one word and gesture can brighten someone elses day. This trip cast a different light on the world for me and I am proud to say that before I leave for Florida in August I have raised close to $700 for Childrens Miracle Network.
Attending a Renegades Baseball Game:
This experience was such fun! Besides meeting the young baseball fans in the Hudson Valley I got to throw the first pitch at the game. Meeting the players and discussing the strategy of the other team seemed to be a highlight of my day because I had no idea how invigorating the conversation would be. It challenged me to watch during the game as the team exploited weaknesses and capitalized on their own strengths. Though it rained it just proved to be more entertaining as the athletic abilities of the players prevailed through the weather.
Helping to pass the texting while driving law New York currently has:
Communicating with the senator led to a dialogue that tested my intellect: the result of which was the texting and drive law that was put into place in New York. This law added two points to the license of an individual caught in the act of texting while texting. We hope that later in the year the act will be increased to adding three points to the drivers license as data comes out proving just how dangerous texting behind the wheel can be.
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