Time a precious commodity

13 years ago

To the editor:

Time, a precious commodity. Are we using it wisely-especially retired people. We have years of experience to share with others, even if it is just in conversation. Most people love to talk so why not share an hour or two with a shut-in?

Many of us go to Tim Hortons, McDonald’s or Burger King for breakfast or coffee in the afternoon. Why not invite a person who seldom has a visitor or gets out in the community to come along.

Some folks need a little encouragement to take them through the day. Could it not be you to give them a word that would lift them up?

Another way our time could be used wisely is to be a driver to those without transportation. For those who need to go to medical appointments, to dialysis and to chemotherapy treatments, it’s a real concern. When one has to surrender his or her driver’s license because of health problems, it can be devastating. Loss of wheels, unable to drive one’s self to where one wants to go can add to one’s health problems. Will someone take me; will I have to cancel my appointment?

For those of us who have our health, how blessed we are!

We each have 24 hours a day – 8 hours for work – 8 hours to sleep and 8 hours left. In a week we have 56 leftover hours for family, hobbies, church and recreation.

We at RSVP are asking that you would consider becoming a driver with our program. An hour or two a week still would leave 54 hours to do your hobbies, attend your meetings of organizations and church, and enjoy family and friends.

Each day is an opportunity to make choices that will impact people’s lives. Will you help to meet the need?

Time is not something that can be recycled. Let us use it wisely. Become an RSVP volunteer. It can fill your hours with purpose, friendships, joy and laughter. The numbers to call are 498-6453, 764-3396 or 1-800-439-1789.

Margaret Kimball
Caribou