First Day at B & G

Today was my first day at The Boys and Girls Club. I worked with four fourth grade girls. They felt so much older than fourth graders when they talked to me. They were very open about everything. I was so surprised about some of the things they talked about. For instance their life in the projects. I felt so sad for them. I could tell they were yearning for someone to talk to, someone to care. It hurt my heart when they told me that they had to eat there at the club, because their mom or dad didn't pack them a lunch. The club not only fed them, but picked them up from school, and dropped them off at home every night at 6. I want to help these girls so much. I feel like me just being there made a difference.