Day One
Mclovin I Love You! Becca stop laughin. I also love Motor City Blight Busters.
Jessica Shaddawvine
Jessica Shaddawvine
Hello loves :)
OH. MAN. I could not be more excited!!
I head down to SWLA a week from tomorrow.... and I haven't been able to stop thinking about it. To those of you joining us for the first time, get ready for the one of the greatest experiences of your life!
I participated in ASB last year for the first time and I had no idea what to expect when I flew down to Louisiana. I immediately met some amazing people, and I still talk regularly with them today. We had some good jokes and some GREAT conversations. I gained skills from the work we did (who knew that I could re-tile a ceiling and it would look decent?).
What else? I also got to meet some of the strongest, most inspiring people in this world. People that were put through a life-changing experience, lost so much, and still have really big hearts.
Does any of this sound good to you? I bet you can't guess why I decided to be a team leader this year :) I'm excited to meet all of you coming down for the week of the 8th, especially those who will be on my team. Start brainstorming some sweet team names now! And for all of my loves from last year...... I can't wait to be reunited!
- Hannah Mac.
P.S. You better get ready to play Scattergories!
It's almost time!!!
I can't believe it, only two weeks and I will be on my way to Mississippi.
I am Katie Nockerts. I was a part of ASB last year in Louisiana, and I will be a Team Leader this year in Mississippi for the week of March 15-22. I go to school at University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point and the current weather report is 10 degrees, but feels like 0 due to wind along with 4 feet of snow. So I can't wait to get out of the cold. I also can't wait to see all the returning ASB'er and all the new ones as well. ASB was definitely the greatest week of my life so far, and I can't wait to get back and top last year.
See you in Mississippi!!
I am Katie Nockerts. I was a part of ASB last year in Louisiana, and I will be a Team Leader this year in Mississippi for the week of March 15-22. I go to school at University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point and the current weather report is 10 degrees, but feels like 0 due to wind along with 4 feet of snow. So I can't wait to get out of the cold. I also can't wait to see all the returning ASB'er and all the new ones as well. ASB was definitely the greatest week of my life so far, and I can't wait to get back and top last year.
See you in Mississippi!!
Passion in Action
-My third day...
-Great Team...
-Another Wall....painted...
-another mother's cheer
-A "thank you"
- much love and understanding
- making a difference
- living united
that is TEAM #3.....ASB 313
"Never too Young to make a Difference"
Amal Hassan
-Great Team...
-Another Wall....painted...
-another mother's cheer
-A "thank you"
- much love and understanding
- making a difference
- living united
that is TEAM #3.....ASB 313
"Never too Young to make a Difference"
Amal Hassan
FRANKLIN WRIGHT
Ok..... children are so wonderful. People who make the lives for the children are even better, and Students who care about both the children, the teachers, and the facilities they interact in are the best of all. That is what TEAM FRESH did yesterday at FRANKLIN WRIGHT!! What a wonderful plave for children and the best people leading them. The Passion that you feel is out of this world when you begin to realize the level of dedication that is given to the community. I just want to give a shout out to the children and dedicated staff at the Franklin Wright Community Center!!! Have fun at your Black History Peformance I know you will do well!!!
Leticia N. Horry Lyde
Leticia N. Horry Lyde
I LOVE DETROIT
Ok... so I am going for blog # 2, but I feel that Detroit deserves it's very own section!!! This week I fell in love all over again!!! I was born in Detroit and raised here in southeastern Michigan. I have traveled to many other cities and some that I even liked, but nothing like Detroit and this week I fell in love with DETROIT all over again. There is so much history, art, diversity, love, great food, entertainment, culture, opportunity, and just overall great people. All that I can say is that I love this place and I am proud to call it home!!!!! For all the people that think differently... I challenge you to come visit and look a little deeper and if you don't know where to start.... Give a call to my girl Jeanette Pierce with INSIDE DETROIT (www.insidedetroit.org) and show will show you what you didn't think was here and how wonderful tis place really is!!!!
So you know the deal... here comes the cheer!!!
Detroit, Detroit......Detroit, Detroit, Detroit!!!!
Leticia N. Horry Lyde
The Girl and Her DRILL
There are so many things that I want to say that I may have to blog all night!!! 1. Who cares that it was only 20 degrees outside today.... give a girl a drill and a box a tissue and I can still get the job done!!! I love my my site!!! The Ray West Memorial Ramp Project has been outstanding!!!! The best family in the world and they deserve this ramp and many other things. They invited us into their family and have loved us from the moment that we stepped foot in the door!! They are Detroiters!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! That is what we do... we love you from the minute that you walk in the door and add you to our family. 2. TEAM FRESH!!!!!!!!!!! You are some ultimate work machines.... Together we get the job done and keep each other going and it shows. The fact that the family children wanted to come out of their homes and help with the project was amazing. I love our TEAM Spirit and that is what working together is all about. WE bring the spirit to everyplace that we go. 3. AS for tomorrow.... I can't wait to pick up my drill!!!!! WE will be able to watch a man come out of his house for his first trip on his new ramp. I am so emotionally filled with a joy that is indescribable!!! Not to mention that they family plans to cook us dinner!!! Another DETROIT thing!!!! I just want to say that I love this project and can't wait till tomorrow.... I almost wish we could have worked through the night!
What Live United Means to Me . . . TAMMY!!!
Since we first arrived at the University of Michigan-Dearborn campus people have been asking us Alternative Spring Breakers... "What does 'Live United' mean to you?" I listened to what everyone else thought it meant to them, and was frustrated that I couldn't come up with an answer of my own. It wasn't until today when I was with my group (team 1) working on our site (Vista Maria) that it finally hit me!!!! Everyone experiences "Live United" in there own way, at different times, for different reasons. My own personal experience of "Live United" was one that I will remember for the rest of my life...
In the middle of a dusty, dirty, broke-down, sweaty boiler room I took a second to stop sweeping a floor that was buried under rust and chipped paint. While watching my team work flawlessly together I realized that there was absolutely NO other place I would want to spend my spring break. Just in my 10 member team we have poeple from Michigan, Mississippi, Florida, Deleware, and even Canada (I learned the Canadian National Anthem today). We are American, Portirican, Indian, Asian, Arabic, and Afican American. After getting to know my team better I found that we are even diverse in our religions coming from Protestant, non Christian, Morman, Catholic, and others. Even with all of our vast differences our group still manages to have an amazing work dynamic. We have all come to Detroit with the common goal to help the community and share that love that we have of doing for others. This one common interest that we share as a group outways all of our differences combine. The fact that we can set aside our differences, and forget about our own self interest for one week shows me that it is possible for ANYONE to unite when the common good for others is at hand.
It is not something that can be understood by listening to a speaker, or someone who has been there. The true meaning of "Live United" is something that you need to put an effort in, work for, and experience for yourself. "Live United" can only be realized by those who can not only put differences aside for one week, but by those who are able to make it a lifestyle...
"Live United!!"
Tammy Russell
In the middle of a dusty, dirty, broke-down, sweaty boiler room I took a second to stop sweeping a floor that was buried under rust and chipped paint. While watching my team work flawlessly together I realized that there was absolutely NO other place I would want to spend my spring break. Just in my 10 member team we have poeple from Michigan, Mississippi, Florida, Deleware, and even Canada (I learned the Canadian National Anthem today). We are American, Portirican, Indian, Asian, Arabic, and Afican American. After getting to know my team better I found that we are even diverse in our religions coming from Protestant, non Christian, Morman, Catholic, and others. Even with all of our vast differences our group still manages to have an amazing work dynamic. We have all come to Detroit with the common goal to help the community and share that love that we have of doing for others. This one common interest that we share as a group outways all of our differences combine. The fact that we can set aside our differences, and forget about our own self interest for one week shows me that it is possible for ANYONE to unite when the common good for others is at hand.
It is not something that can be understood by listening to a speaker, or someone who has been there. The true meaning of "Live United" is something that you need to put an effort in, work for, and experience for yourself. "Live United" can only be realized by those who can not only put differences aside for one week, but by those who are able to make it a lifestyle...
"Live United!!"
Tammy Russell
Can You Handle the Unicorns?
Once we repair our wondrous mascot Star we will be complete! (by the way Star is a stuffed Unicorn that was given to Angie by Kira) I kid I kid. Team 2 is so chill and hardworking all in one. I want to introduce my team to you and one fact about each that I've learned throughout the week.
Stacy- Great at leading discussions about random questions and a very dedicated volunteer once she starts a project she finishes it and she wants to one day help people with severe mental illnesses!
Zehra- She was part of the group that helped start the volunteer center here at U of M Dearborn and she is very dedicated to spreading service which is why her brother is part of ASB Detroit!
Tim-Is very (strong and a great jumper) and a quiet soul that motivates other through his hardworking example!
Jackie-Has found her passion which is a combination of working with special needs children and being a part of pageants!
Muhi-A comedian and obviously the class clown but is also a very talented poet that is the SG President at U of M Dearborn!
Angie(My Co-Team Leader) the heart of our team and very well rounded you could ask her anything about anything from motorcycles to how to put in an IV and she could tell you!
In a nutshell I heart<3>
Deuces are WILD!! 2222222222222
~Cassie
Rockstars
OMG
I love my team, because it is indeed the dream team! We had the best day ever today! I am so excited to work with everyone. And, even more excited to be given the chance to hang out with the girls. I just wanted to take the time to thank everyone for being so so awesome, you are rockstars!
Tiffany!
Tiffany Beaudry
I love my team, because it is indeed the dream team! We had the best day ever today! I am so excited to work with everyone. And, even more excited to be given the chance to hang out with the girls. I just wanted to take the time to thank everyone for being so so awesome, you are rockstars!
Tiffany!
Tiffany Beaudry
McLovin
HE GOT MONEY!
if it weren't for the fact that i'm soo crazy happy, i would probably be crying. today was a really really good day. best day i've ever had on any spring break. the only reason was because this was my team that had the best time. we saw the difference we could make in one day. i can't say much..cuz it's a secret!! i love my team. McLovin
Jessica Shaddawvine
if it weren't for the fact that i'm soo crazy happy, i would probably be crying. today was a really really good day. best day i've ever had on any spring break. the only reason was because this was my team that had the best time. we saw the difference we could make in one day. i can't say much..cuz it's a secret!! i love my team. McLovin
Jessica Shaddawvine
DAY 3!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Today was the best day I've had during Break. Apparently, Damien has money and Becca and I are too white. Anyways, I'm gonna go take my shower and get the dirt out from under my nails. oh, and un-tileing floors... is SOO MUCH FUN!!! Peace.
~ Love, Heather
p.s. HE GOT MONEY!!!
Heather Wigley
~ Love, Heather
p.s. HE GOT MONEY!!!
Heather Wigley
Hey everybody,
Vista Maria was great as usual. The supervisor Bob gave us a new project since we were working fast. We had to clear out a room and as a bonus we hammered a wooden shelf into small pieces. It was 'John Henry' esque work.
We've already painted the building once. All we need is to put another coat of paint on and finish cleaning the area.
We met the girls after work. Since there are two different sections, our group split up. The girls I met today were fifteen years old, but some of them had big dreams. One of the girl wants to go to Wayne CC and play basketball. She wants to get scouted to a university and eventually move to Australia where she wants to study either medicine or law.
One of the people who went into the room with me, broke down because even though these girls have been through a lot, they still have big dreams. That person said they had the same dreams, but they hadn't faced the same situations as these girls.
I did not cry.
Khurram Imam
Vista Maria was great as usual. The supervisor Bob gave us a new project since we were working fast. We had to clear out a room and as a bonus we hammered a wooden shelf into small pieces. It was 'John Henry' esque work.
We've already painted the building once. All we need is to put another coat of paint on and finish cleaning the area.
We met the girls after work. Since there are two different sections, our group split up. The girls I met today were fifteen years old, but some of them had big dreams. One of the girl wants to go to Wayne CC and play basketball. She wants to get scouted to a university and eventually move to Australia where she wants to study either medicine or law.
One of the people who went into the room with me, broke down because even though these girls have been through a lot, they still have big dreams. That person said they had the same dreams, but they hadn't faced the same situations as these girls.
I did not cry.
Khurram Imam
March is almost here!
Hi Everyone!
I'm so glad to see that everyone is really excited about ASB, and that Detroit is going well. I've been sending warm weather thoughts their way all week, but I don't think it helped!
I'm getting ready to head down to Lake Charles tomorrow and I'll be there for the whole month of March. I'm pretty excited myself and I hope you're all feeling prepared. One of the best parts of heading down to Louisiana is getting to see the fabulous SWLA intern, Kevin Jones. We have an intern bond this year, but we met the first night of ASB in 2006 and we've been friends ever since. As the alums can atest to, you'll make friends in the coming weeks that you'll have forever ( something about being covered in plaster, paint and dirt together really bonds people). I'm also looking forward to seeing all the other alums I know from the past years and meeting all the new people who'll come through the housing center doors in March.
Although I won't be in Mississippi this year, I do want to shout out to all the people there who have been putting in their hard work. Mary and Markus are going to make sure that all of you going to South Mississippi have an amazing experience and I wish I were going there to meet all of you as well!
I just want to remind everyone to do their travel surveys so that we can be there to pick you up! And to please do your background checks, because without one, you can't participate.
Safe flights, happy travels, and much ASB love,
Maddie
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Yesterday we went to Ford Field after working at Vista Maria. We met Dwayne White (Lions defense), who told us his reasons for volunteering and his motivation for doing the things he does. He seemed like a very humble person, and it reminded me of how Adam Harris.
Today we're going back, and we'll meet the girls in Vista Maria again, who were very excited to have visitors.
Right now, we have to go watch a video, so I'll blog later.
Khurram Imam
Today we're going back, and we'll meet the girls in Vista Maria again, who were very excited to have visitors.
Right now, we have to go watch a video, so I'll blog later.
Khurram Imam
McLovin
I Love Love Love my team. We have a GREAT team dynamic and we all have our own little niches. We are 2-2 right now. Today will make it 3-3. Some might think that it's not a good idea, or that we don't get to see projects through. That's untrue but also we have accepted and began to really enjoy our roles.
Yesterday we spent the day at COTS. A few members spent the day in the kitchen actually serving the public and prepping for the meal given today. A few members went to the education portion and typed of resumes for those who needed assistance with that. I went solo to the Accounting department and man was it quiet in there. I was trying to shake things up with an Icebreaker I've learned this week, but it didn't go over so well. They had a few snacks though. That was the highlight of my morning.
Overall, I adore my team.
Jessica Shaddawvine
Yesterday we spent the day at COTS. A few members spent the day in the kitchen actually serving the public and prepping for the meal given today. A few members went to the education portion and typed of resumes for those who needed assistance with that. I went solo to the Accounting department and man was it quiet in there. I was trying to shake things up with an Icebreaker I've learned this week, but it didn't go over so well. They had a few snacks though. That was the highlight of my morning.
Overall, I adore my team.
Jessica Shaddawvine
team bonding!!
Yesterday we took on the stairwell at the women & children's shelter. It was quite a bit more challenging than the hallway the day before. The space was much more limited plus we had a few more people there. We started our team's volunteer regonition, and the first volunteer we recognized was Jerrick for being such a good sport on his first day ever painting. It took courage to admit having never painted before, and it helped out the team anyway, because everyone came forward to give their tips and we each learned something from eachother.
It was my first day ever in my life driving in the snow, although I've been given many tips from my family while watching them drive in the snow, so its not completely foreign. I actually got a few calls from people who were worried about me, but my team complimented me on my driving as a new driver, whichc helped cancel out some of the teasing I was getting. All in good fun though :)
We went to the Ford stadium and got a tour afterwards, and Dewayne White came and talked to us. He was excited to talk to us and was eager to sign autographs for us, which was cool.
Then we ate in Greektown and got the whole 'Opa!' experience with flaming cheese and everything. The gyros were tasty, and it was really fun.
Gloria Bracy
It was my first day ever in my life driving in the snow, although I've been given many tips from my family while watching them drive in the snow, so its not completely foreign. I actually got a few calls from people who were worried about me, but my team complimented me on my driving as a new driver, whichc helped cancel out some of the teasing I was getting. All in good fun though :)
We went to the Ford stadium and got a tour afterwards, and Dewayne White came and talked to us. He was excited to talk to us and was eager to sign autographs for us, which was cool.
Then we ate in Greektown and got the whole 'Opa!' experience with flaming cheese and everything. The gyros were tasty, and it was really fun.
Gloria Bracy
Catch a phrase... Fire!!
Last night, Mr. cory, Katrina, Henda, Racheal, Cardi, Doris, Delean, and me had a fantastic time playing catch a phrase....i played this game before but never had this much FIRE while playing. i am Saying fire of team work, fire of fun, and fire of bonding! we had a wonderful time and thanks to everyone who made this precoius time available .
I am sure they would so play it again tomorrow .....Any one else is down to play?
it is a lot fo Amazing Fun!
man we screamed a lot ...jumped.....racheal slamed into me and i felt 5 feet back .....i had catrina in headlock....me and cory had zillions of high fives.....
Thanks to all of you for all these warm memories!
love you all
Amal :-) "awesome " "kuwl" (this my accent of the word cool)
Posted by Amal at 4:17 AM
Third Day
Today we went back to the Vista Maria site and finished up the first project we were assigned. Tomorrow we may throw on a second layer. After that we were assigned another project and began scraping the paint in the room. Tomorrow we should be painting the room.
Then, we went to Ford Field for a tour. We learned a lot of facts about the stadium and then met Dewayne White. He is a very respectable and down-to-Earth man who does community service. I am glad to see him on the Detroit Lions. Young sports fans need more idols such as Dewayne White to model after considering what is going on in the sports industry these days. After that we went to Cyprus to eat some gyros.
Myself and Nick Pedersen are representing Delta Sigma Phi on this Alternative Spring Break 2008 in Detroit!
Cardi DeMonaco Jr
Then, we went to Ford Field for a tour. We learned a lot of facts about the stadium and then met Dewayne White. He is a very respectable and down-to-Earth man who does community service. I am glad to see him on the Detroit Lions. Young sports fans need more idols such as Dewayne White to model after considering what is going on in the sports industry these days. After that we went to Cyprus to eat some gyros.
Myself and Nick Pedersen are representing Delta Sigma Phi on this Alternative Spring Break 2008 in Detroit!
Cardi DeMonaco Jr
Day 2 of The Unicorns AKA team 2!!
Howdy Ya'll,
Long day lots of fun!
Beginning
Lots of snow and wood! Our team demolished a huge tangled mangle of branches and logs in these 2 wood chippers in the snow : ) There was lots of silent team work because the wood chippers were so loud we had to wear earplugs. It was amazing and very touching to see everyone just give the look and we would all know to help pull or carry the wood.
Middle
We got to play some fun bonding games while we had our lunch break and we all go to know each other better through charades,word assocation and the human knot!
End
A really neat tour of Ford Field and we got to meet a Detroit Lion Dwayne White! After that we had a delightful dinner at a Cyprus in Greek Town. I tried greek food for the first time and had a great time bonding some more ASBers and I got to see Jess Weaver shes here now!!
IN the words of my team member Stacy I HEART ASB Detroit and everyone in it! : )
Love Cassie <3
Cassie Reid
Long day lots of fun!
Beginning
Lots of snow and wood! Our team demolished a huge tangled mangle of branches and logs in these 2 wood chippers in the snow : ) There was lots of silent team work because the wood chippers were so loud we had to wear earplugs. It was amazing and very touching to see everyone just give the look and we would all know to help pull or carry the wood.
Middle
We got to play some fun bonding games while we had our lunch break and we all go to know each other better through charades,word assocation and the human knot!
End
A really neat tour of Ford Field and we got to meet a Detroit Lion Dwayne White! After that we had a delightful dinner at a Cyprus in Greek Town. I tried greek food for the first time and had a great time bonding some more ASBers and I got to see Jess Weaver shes here now!!
IN the words of my team member Stacy I HEART ASB Detroit and everyone in it! : )
Love Cassie <3
Cassie Reid
2.26.2008
Today turned out to be a fantastic day. Team two, my team, is working with Habitat for Humanity and currently cleaning lots/building rooms/shredding woodchips/ect. Even inspite of the snowy weather we pulled through and made it happen. THEN we went and met the amazing Dewayne White and I learned that he too has been involved with special needs kids. OPA! Dinner at Cyprus was yummy also and I am now rambling so I will go.
:-D
Jacquelyn Tindall
:-D
Jacquelyn Tindall
team fresh!
We started the day off by going back to the Ray West Memorial Project. Some of us visited with the family while others worked outside for about an hour before we had to move on to our next project at Franklin Wright. Upon arrival, we were given a tour of Franklin Wright. I was so impressed with the work and dedication that takes place at Franklin Wright. The people that work there are so passionate about what they do and they are willing to do whatever it takes to meet the needs of those in the surrounding community. After the tour we were directed to the gymnasium where we were instructed to paint the lower half of the gym. Toward the end of the day were we able to meet the children who come to Franklin Wright after school. It was such a reward to see the smiles on the faces of the kids. I talked to kids ranging from ages 6 to 16. They were so excited that we were there helping to paint their gym. I have to go to make a commercial but I love ASB and I will blog later!
kathryn yaros
kathryn yaros
My Tour within the spirit
today was a normal day but few things crashed that changed my view of today. it was very symbolic the way i look at normal actions now. when we arrived at our site, the van got stuck in the snow so we all went outside and help push the car out and TOGETHER we got it moving.
it is really nice to see that team work. we get lost but together we made it for the first day ontime to almost all our events. it was another great team accomplishment.
also, we bonded with our site leaders as they were so great today. eventhough we went through a low moment as we almost get lost but our confessions...made us get closer and understand each other. and the fact that we shared our lowes with each other proved the power of our unity and the great beauty of spirit.
i loved out day of painting....and having fun!!!
i love Team #3! forever!
with love
Amal Hassan
it is really nice to see that team work. we get lost but together we made it for the first day ontime to almost all our events. it was another great team accomplishment.
also, we bonded with our site leaders as they were so great today. eventhough we went through a low moment as we almost get lost but our confessions...made us get closer and understand each other. and the fact that we shared our lowes with each other proved the power of our unity and the great beauty of spirit.
i loved out day of painting....and having fun!!!
i love Team #3! forever!
with love
Amal Hassan
Day 2
Hello all. Today we went back to Motor City Blight Busters, only to find out that the organization head was having chest pains and went to the hospital to get it checked out. So we went to our alternate site of Cots, where we had SOO much more fun then yesterday. They were very organized and everything which made the experience way more enjoyable. Me and Jason got to serve lunch to over 100 people... Jason did burgers, I did slaw. We also got parts of the lunch ready for tomorrow; I got to have my hands covered in Lima beans. It was fun. We aren't going back there again tomorrow, which is a little disappointing, but hopefully this next back up site will be just as fun. Oh, and on the way back from dinner at Cyprus in Greek Town, our team (team 4... GO TEAM MCLOVIN) we were laughing our heads off. It was so funny. I'm really starting to enjoy working with these people and hope that our friendships last forever. Before dinner we got to go to Ford Field and have a tour of the whole building. It was awesome. We got to go to the very top floor, floor 7, the roof top... omg it was awesome. They gave us history behind the building and I find out that Ford Field isn't completely done. They are still getting it ready for office buildings and such. Which is cool. Part of Ford Field is the old Hudson Building. anyways, I have a massive headache. I'm going to go back to the field house and take a shower soon, and relax and possibly go to bed before lights out at 12. OH, and at Ford Field I got to talk to Dewayne White for like 30 seconds and get his autograph and get a picture taken with him. ok ok, There are people waiting for the computers. so I'm gonna sign off here. talk to you guys later.
~ Love and Peace,
Heather Wigley
~ Love and Peace,
Heather Wigley
Preconceptions
Somehow I didn't comprehend the amount of no sleep I would be getting in this endeavor. I also was not prepared for how rewarding the work I would be filming and helping participate in would be. It's a signature feeling to be greeted with the reality of things. The impact of the work I helped with that would impact so many lives that I never knew I could impact with just this one thing. I look forward to day two with hearty, if not anxious, anticipation.
David Hill
David Hill
First Day of Work
So, today was my first day at MotorCity Blight Busters. First off, John George is an amazing person with what seems to be unlimited energy. He is doing big things, and I am looking forward to joining him in bettering Detroit this week.
Today, we did some demolishing of a future apartment for Detroit citizens. We also cleaned multiple blocks, removing garbage from yards, streets, and the sidewalk. It was nice seeing what just a couple hours of work can do. The area looked amazing. We also did some cleaning around the Blight Busters sites. Judge Mathis, yes the Judge Mathis on tv is suppose to be stopping by tomorrow to see the things that Mr. George and Blight Busters. He is currently working on a new tv show, and will possibly be documenting some of the work we will be doing with the group. So let's see how tomorrow goes, I'll make sure I keep you guys posted on how it turns out.
Oh, by the way, I would like to just give a big thank you to all of the ASB Sponsors, especially FedEx for the amazing Oscar party we had last night. That is where the picture above was taken. So much work went into it, and we all really appreciated it. And in case you were all wondering, I took third place in the guessing the winners contest. I know, I am pretty gangsta.
Well onto tomorrow. I am excited to see what the day has in store. See you soon.
Today, we did some demolishing of a future apartment for Detroit citizens. We also cleaned multiple blocks, removing garbage from yards, streets, and the sidewalk. It was nice seeing what just a couple hours of work can do. The area looked amazing. We also did some cleaning around the Blight Busters sites. Judge Mathis, yes the Judge Mathis on tv is suppose to be stopping by tomorrow to see the things that Mr. George and Blight Busters. He is currently working on a new tv show, and will possibly be documenting some of the work we will be doing with the group. So let's see how tomorrow goes, I'll make sure I keep you guys posted on how it turns out.
Oh, by the way, I would like to just give a big thank you to all of the ASB Sponsors, especially FedEx for the amazing Oscar party we had last night. That is where the picture above was taken. So much work went into it, and we all really appreciated it. And in case you were all wondering, I took third place in the guessing the winners contest. I know, I am pretty gangsta.
Well onto tomorrow. I am excited to see what the day has in store. See you soon.
ASB excitement
Hi guys! So this is my first blog, and I'm excited to finally be on here, although it almost didnt happen again. It seems that every time I try to blog, something in the University Center breaks :) I am absolutely pumped to be participating in ASB Detroit. What we are doing here has been, and will continue to be, nothing short of amazing. I know that the impact we make on Detroit will continue to inspire others to volunteer. As the first altenative spring break in a major metropolitan area (not including the greater New Orleans area), our experience will serve as the model for all ASB's to come. Once others see what has happened here in Detroit, I can guarantee that cities across America will be clamoring for their own ASB- and this should be the goal! Every year, from here on out, there should be an ASB in any major metropolitan area that needs our help. I know how much this means to Detroit, but I also know that this type of volunteerism would mean just as much to citizens of Washington D.C., Chicago, and any city you can think of. Our goal should be to tell as many people as we can about ASB so that they not only want to volunteer, but feel like they NEED to volunteer. This ASB should be only the beginning of something special- not just in Metro Detroit, but all across America.
Matthew Wrase
Matthew Wrase
ASB excitement
Hi guys! So this is my first blog, and I'm excited to finally be on here, although it almost didnt happen again. It seems that every time I try to blog, something in the University Center breaks :) I am absolutely pumped to be participating in ASB Detroit. What we are doing here has been, and will continue to be, nothing short of amazing. I know that the impact we make on Detroit will continue to inspire others to volunteer. As the first altenative spring break in a major metropolitan area (not including the greater New Orleans area), our experience will serve as the model for all ASB's to come. Once others see what has happened here in Detroit, I can guarantee that cities across America will be clamoring for their own ASB- and this should be the goal! Every year, from here on out, there should be an ASB in any major metropolitan area that needs our help. I know how much this means to Detroit, but I also know that this type of volunteerism would mean just as much to citizens of Washington D.C., Chicago, and any city you can think of. Our goal should be to tell as many people as we can about ASB so that they not only want to volunteer, but feel like they NEED to volunteer. This ASB should be only the beginning of something special- not just in Metro Detroit, but all across America.
Matthew Wrase
Matthew Wrase
Off to a great start!
Today was the first time we worked at our site which was Motor City Blight Busters. The program leader John George was inspirational to say the least. This guy takes on the toughest task we face in our city everyday. He does it the way it should be done to, one step at a time. His project just shows the work that a few people can do.
I also got to bond with a lot of new people this weekend and Monday just made things so much better. My Team Leaders Jesse and Becka are just great. They are two inspirational young ladies that are beautiful inside and out. Working with my team was awesome especially with our friends from FedEx there. Alex, Damien, and I spent a lot of time having fun as we tore out walls to help start building a loft for artists visiting the community. I also met a great new friend, which just so happens to be my buddy Kathryn :). I heard she was going to be here when one of our mutual friends and I were having a conversation about ASB. She told me how great Kathryn is and she was not over-exagerating. She is a great person and is one of those helping to keep me inspired while I'm here.
The FedEx family has also been a lot of fun. Ben and Alex are great guys who keep us all laughing. Virgil seems to be very inspired by his ramp project and Parul is always smiling. These guys are adding some serious positive energy to the week. All I can say is I hope I get to spend a lot more than just one week with these great new friends. Lets see what tomorrow holds!
Richard Williams
Day Numero Uno (for real!)
So, today was really really eventful and fun. We were at Lighthouse Path painting the hallway of the women and children's shelter, which was great because we were covering up this dingy white/blue (DREARY) paint with this gorgeous eggshell/very warm color that just lit up the room with positive energy. We learned so much about our team and although wach of us comes from different backgrounds, it was uncanny how much we had in common in terms of interest and perspectives. At the end of the day we almost finished the hallway, but we were running late, so we had to leave with just a bit left. Unfortunately, even this short lag ended up dooming us to a horrible traffic jam, and what should have taken us 40 minutes took two hours. However, my co-team leader (Ashley) and I had some great fun being out-of-staters, trying in vain to get used to Michigan u-turns and missing street signs. We got to the dinner late, but just in time to hear some great words from Adam Harris and the rest of the team leaders and eat some wonderful dinner at YMCA.Alltogether a wonderful day.
Gloria Bracy
Gloria Bracy
Lights, Camera, Action
Yo! Today, again, was a very good day. Actually it was even better because we started our community projects. We went to Vista Maria and Wendy introduced us to their programs there and we learned what Vista Maria was all about. Then they showed us the boiler room that needed to be painted. At first the team wondered why they would pick the boiler room as the first place they wanted us to paint. It seemed like there had to be a more important building to paint but we came to find out that the building would not have passed its inspection in its current state. The staff has had it on their list of things to do, but they have not had time to do it because of their normal duties. So by us scraping the old paint and then painting, we saved them from failing their inspection.After that, we went to the Southeastern Michigan branch office of the United Way and we were introduced to their 211 program. They allowed us to listen in on some of their calls. Then we went to the YWCA and had a little taste of Detroit, as well as get introduced to some more employees of the United Way. (I wish we could have climbed the rock wall there!)Later we shall be playing some basketball in the fieldhouse...Cardi DeMonaco JrDelta Sigma PhiStudent Government Senator
Cardi DeMonaco Jr
Cardi DeMonaco Jr
And now a word from our sponsors...
One thing that struck me today as I was standing in the snow, looking over the pile of scrap wood left over from cutting 2x6s- these people are obviously different. Spring Break is generally the peak of self involvement - a week spent making poor decisions, sleeping in, drinking things out of cups with umbrellas, and celebrating the fact that you've done something well enough to have earned your week with sandy beaches and clear skies. We woke up at 6am. We're lifting heavy things. We're in 30 degree weather and I haven't seen the sun in weeks. We have new fun scars and scrapes to share with each other. We're making a difference in a community.I want to take a minute to say thank you to all the people out there that decided to do something better with their week and to make a difference. You are obviously a different breed of person to do something like this. Many people do this to change their lives - but your lives are already different by signing up.
Ben Walters
Ben Walters
CPA Day 3
ASB,
Day 3:
ASB just gets better and better. My team "Team Fresh" is the bestest thing ever. Today was the first day we actually worked on our site. We met this amazing family who were the nicest people ever. We began to construct the ramp at the families' house and their faces lit up. The best feeling is yet to come. When we finish it will be the best thing ever.
P.S
Go "TeaM Fresh"
Day 3:
ASB just gets better and better. My team "Team Fresh" is the bestest thing ever. Today was the first day we actually worked on our site. We met this amazing family who were the nicest people ever. We began to construct the ramp at the families' house and their faces lit up. The best feeling is yet to come. When we finish it will be the best thing ever.
P.S
Go "TeaM Fresh"
Charles Pelham-Ashley
I Had No Alternative
I swore that I would make it through this whole experience and not blog, but i said I was going to write a blog so I have to do it.
The first day of actual work at the sites and i'm . . . . . tired, but I really enjoyed the work, cooperation, and all of my team members (even muhi). I definitely want to make sure to say I was blown away by the women in my group showcases their mixture of beauty and muscle as they dragged trees and logs around all day. I have to give a very special mention to Mighty Mouse also known as Zehra, she carried me through the day as I struggled to lift the branches and felt as if I couldn't go on. THANK YOU Zehra for being my motivation today!!!!!
I want to say Thank You to everybody who is participating and doing great things for this city. Taking the time out of their schedules to do something for the city I call home, I personally appreciate all of your hardwork, and will remember everybody I have come into contact with well beyond this week.
Of course I want to give special thanks to my team working at the Habitat for Humanity site, which happens to be in the neighborhood where I spent most of my life. I feel as if I have been granted a golden oppurtunity to make some of my dreams come true. From the days growing up in southeast Detroit watching the area slowly decline and drop into turmoil, I always hoped to be a part of the solution that would bring the area back to the beautiful community that I remembered enjoying as a child. I have always done everything I could to help out, but one person can only do so much and it takes a team to really make change occur. It is definitely a gift to be able to team with people who have the same goals I have, and strive to revitalize a community that many of them have never seen or heard of. I appreciate the commitment and will definitely give every project my best effort so that we all can reach our goals for this week.
Tp Clark
The first day of actual work at the sites and i'm . . . . . tired, but I really enjoyed the work, cooperation, and all of my team members (even muhi). I definitely want to make sure to say I was blown away by the women in my group showcases their mixture of beauty and muscle as they dragged trees and logs around all day. I have to give a very special mention to Mighty Mouse also known as Zehra, she carried me through the day as I struggled to lift the branches and felt as if I couldn't go on. THANK YOU Zehra for being my motivation today!!!!!
I want to say Thank You to everybody who is participating and doing great things for this city. Taking the time out of their schedules to do something for the city I call home, I personally appreciate all of your hardwork, and will remember everybody I have come into contact with well beyond this week.
Of course I want to give special thanks to my team working at the Habitat for Humanity site, which happens to be in the neighborhood where I spent most of my life. I feel as if I have been granted a golden oppurtunity to make some of my dreams come true. From the days growing up in southeast Detroit watching the area slowly decline and drop into turmoil, I always hoped to be a part of the solution that would bring the area back to the beautiful community that I remembered enjoying as a child. I have always done everything I could to help out, but one person can only do so much and it takes a team to really make change occur. It is definitely a gift to be able to team with people who have the same goals I have, and strive to revitalize a community that many of them have never seen or heard of. I appreciate the commitment and will definitely give every project my best effort so that we all can reach our goals for this week.
Tp Clark
What a Day !!
Well, today was the first official day of service out at the sites, and it seemed like the day went on forever, at least from our (Campus Video's) point of view. Although not all of us were able to go out and film, we all got a feel for what you guys were able to do (from our video footage of course). As always, I want to thank our team for going out today... Andrew, Sara, Simon, David, Will, Karen, Paula, Tom, Ashley, and lastly... Z-Warrior!! They came back to the office today COMPLETELY frozen!! They were out in the cold, just like all of you, freezing themselves and not even the warmth of the room and some tasty hot cocoa were able to warm them up right away. And I want to thank Julian for working on one of his many areas of expertise-- music!! ;) You guys are the best!!!I don't only want to talk about Campus Video, though. I want to congratulate all of you who went out today to each site and worked in the crazy cold weather. It took a lot of courage and heart to withstand those working conditions, and I applaud you for that. You truly are an admirable bunch! Right now, it's about 10 o'clock and we have a couple guys out filming, Will and John, and a few of them in the editing suites-- Kp, Dan, and Andrew. (To the guys-- you are doing an amazing job and I'm proud to be a part of this team!!) It's going to be an extremely long night, but the end product will make it well worth it. I am sure all of you will enjoy tomorrow morning's video!!!Lastly... PLEASE DON'T FORGET TO VIDEO BLOG EVERY NIGHT!!! We really appreciate your participation and would not be able to do much without it!!! For all of you who helped our crew and talked on camera for us-- THANKS A MILLION!!! Goodnight,- Mati
MY OTHER FIRST BLOG EVER!!!
Hello everyone,
This is my first internet blog ever!!!! i know ----I am soooo late! My name is DeLean attend UM-D and am from Detroit! My ASB Story started about a year ago. Last year I saw the ASB Lake Charles advertisment after the deadline. So I bugged Randy Dillard and found out that even if I could have participated, it didn't fit in my schedule!!! -I have family in Lake Charles- so i was upset. So I was so ready when I found out that Adam Harris and Randy were working on ASB DETROIT.
FAST FORWARD>>>>>>>>
Today Team 1- my group- went to Vista Maria and Painted the boiler room....yea the boiler room...LOL. IT WAS GREAT! Tomorrow we get the opportunity to meet with some of the girls. FYI- Vista Maria is placement for girls ages 11-18, who are at risk. So today was great!!!!!
DeLean Tolbert
This is my first internet blog ever!!!! i know ----I am soooo late! My name is DeLean attend UM-D and am from Detroit! My ASB Story started about a year ago. Last year I saw the ASB Lake Charles advertisment after the deadline. So I bugged Randy Dillard and found out that even if I could have participated, it didn't fit in my schedule!!! -I have family in Lake Charles- so i was upset. So I was so ready when I found out that Adam Harris and Randy were working on ASB DETROIT.
FAST FORWARD>>>>>>>>
Today Team 1- my group- went to Vista Maria and Painted the boiler room....yea the boiler room...LOL. IT WAS GREAT! Tomorrow we get the opportunity to meet with some of the girls. FYI- Vista Maria is placement for girls ages 11-18, who are at risk. So today was great!!!!!
DeLean Tolbert
The Most Rewarding Day
Today has been the most rewarding day for me so far. I woke up with a feeling of excitement mingled with a sense of anticipation. Heading out to our group site in the morning, which by the way is lighthouse PATH in Pontiac, I didn't know what to expect. As soon as we got there though and we were welcomed by the very kind Ms. Liz and Mr. Jim, all of my hesitations were gone out the window and I realized how deeply people like Ms. Liz and Mr. Jim care for and appreciate our work. We immediately set out to beautify the apartment complex by painting the hallways and sometimes ourselves (here's talking to you Amal). The three-level complex houses women and children that are victims of abusive homes. One of these women, whose name I should've gotten, made my day today by stopping with her little boy for just a second and thanking us for our work. It seemed like one of those sappy movie moments in which something very emotional happens that connects the essential theme of the story and that was exactly what it was. Because her genuine praise and gratitude made me realize our essential theme, making a difference in people's lives. Recognizing this brought the bigger picture into focus for me. I helped her in a way that I will probably never completely understand and she, in turn, did the same for me.
At around 3:30 we left lighthouse PATH and attempted to make it to the UWSEM presentation. Due to heavy traffic (which group three has conclusively decided was the reason for our being late and don't let anybody tell you otherwise) we couldn't make it in on time and came at about 6:30. We had to duck down beneath the cameras and I'm pretty sure that that tape is gonna contain a collection of shots of our group's hair and Amal's infamous paint-stained scarf. All I can say is that it's a good thing I shampooed in the morning. By the way, I totally respect the intellect of group three. You guys have priviliged me with some really interesting conversations and I look forward to many more. Now I am here at UMD, typing up my blog and ending it on this note: Making an effective difference is real and I am a fool for only realizing it now.
At around 3:30 we left lighthouse PATH and attempted to make it to the UWSEM presentation. Due to heavy traffic (which group three has conclusively decided was the reason for our being late and don't let anybody tell you otherwise) we couldn't make it in on time and came at about 6:30. We had to duck down beneath the cameras and I'm pretty sure that that tape is gonna contain a collection of shots of our group's hair and Amal's infamous paint-stained scarf. All I can say is that it's a good thing I shampooed in the morning. By the way, I totally respect the intellect of group three. You guys have priviliged me with some really interesting conversations and I look forward to many more. Now I am here at UMD, typing up my blog and ending it on this note: Making an effective difference is real and I am a fool for only realizing it now.
Vista Maria
Hey everybody
I just came back from Vista Maria. We scrapped the paint and started repainting the boiler room. We thought that we were given the boiler room to paint in jest, but actually Vista Maria needs that room to be up to code and thats why we were given the task.
My groups got some pretty cool people. I'm not naming names, in case I forget anyone, but they all know I think they are a great bunch. I wouldn't pick anyone else over them.
The speeches at the dinner were smooth. If I was a girl, I would have bawled. I'm going to go play basketball or soccer in a few minutes.
See all of you tomorrow
Khurram Imam
With Appreciation, Thank you
My First Day....of SERVICE ended few hours ago and words failed to discribe my feelings or the thoughts that broke into my mind as i painted every wall and made a difference in single mother's life who lack a home. i felt like we gave an opportunity tp understand what i refused to see for years as what service is.
service has no definition, it can be helping a freind through homework, it can be taking your grandma to the doctor, it can building a home, or playing with a child. i may not see the impact of the service i do but it effected me in the strongest way....it made me think...it made me become more of a human. i was no thinkig about our dinner today or our drive through traffic...i was thinking of how i will impact those single women at Light House Path?
every woman passed by smiled at us....thanked us with a cheer. i am sure painting a wall may seem worthless but the fact that we are trying to beautify thier environment....made me feel happy...the fact that they were happy made me happy. when i first knew i was going to Light House Path, i was not that excited as i did not view that as a "great " community Service...as i been doing homes for the past few months. after today, i relazed service is happiness, service is humanity, service is a journey within oneself. it is something beyond words and i can not even think about it now..... Adam said ... "i need time to reflect and obsorbe everything"
so far i am having fun....but it did not hit me how this week is going to impact em for the rest of my life,,,it will change my career, my veiw and my faith...it will make me the Hope that i will follow till the end.
i just loved my first day and i have nothing else to say as words fail to create the depth of my thoughts.
much love,
Amal Hassan
Day 3!!
Today... The day that we have all been waiting for. We finally have had the chance to begin our mission. For the past two days we have been getting to know each other, learning about Detroit, and building our team working skills. The whole time we have been wondering... why are we doing all of these ice breakers? Why are we jumping through hula hoops, climbing walls, being blind folded, and... what is all the hype really about??? Of a course, we have all been excited to meet new people, play games, and be "pampered" for the weekend. We expected to help the community, paint a few walls, pick up some garbage, and talk to a few people. But, little did we know that there was so much more!!!I have been blessed with the opportunity to talk to people who have traveled the world helping people on scales large and small. To be surrounded by people who are so passionate about making a difference makes me feel so inspired. Words could never express how fortunate I feel to be here on ASB in my home town of Detroit. It is the most humbling experience that I have ever embarked on, and to know that it is all happening in the very place I live is hard for me to even fathom. I now realize that even if you're just painting a wall, picking up one piece of garbage, or simply asking someone on the street if they need help with something... you are making a difference. ASB has encouraged me to think differently about how I can affect my community. I don't have to go on a huge missionary trip, or give up my daily routine and job to help others. I simply have to take a week, or even as little as a day to stop and think about something else besides the things that are going on in my life. If I just put MY issues aside for once I could help an entire COMMUNITY. I can't wait to go home, and tell everyone I know about the United Way.Seeing and talking to people from all over the country who love Detroit so much that they are willing to give up a week of fun in the sun makes me proud to say that I AM PROUD TO LIVE IN METRO DETROIT!!!!! Thank you ASB... Thank you!!!
Tammy Russell
Glacier of Dirt
My name is Kathryn Yaros and I am currently a freshman at the University of Michigan Dearborn. I am so proud to live in the Metropolitan Detroit area but unfortunetly I do not know a lot about Detroit. Attending school full time and working 30 hours a week I find that I mainly concentrate on my personal needs and desires; I am so thankful that the University of Michigan Dearborn has given me the opportunity to volunteer throughout the city of Detroit so that I might be able to concentrate on the needs of others and help those less fortunate in whatever way I can.
I am part of team five (Team Fresh!) Today was our first day on the work site. I have worked on ramp projects in the past (but not during the winter time). Upon arriving to the work site I was handed a pick axe and a spade. I was instructed to break up the layer of ice that covered the front yard so that we might be able to implant the ramp. I have to admit the work was hard but I loved it! I was given the opportunity to get to know my team mates and the three volunteers who work for the Ray West Memorial Ramp project (Bill, Mike, and Carl). After a few hours of talking to Bill I was truly inspired by his passion to help those who are secluded to their houses due to physical disabilities. He told me numerous stories, including sad stories and inspiring stories. After pounding the glacier of dirt for hours I didn't feel as if I had truly made any progress, but after listening to Bill I began to realize the power I have and the power we all have to change the lives of others through simple charitable acts.
The passion I experienced today and the passion I am sure to experiences throughout the week will continue to guide me to find my own passion in life. I love ASB and I love the people that put this together. Thank you so much!
Kathryn Yaros
Volunteering Day 1!!
OH MY GOSH. today was awesome. team 4 worked with the metro Detroit blight busters today and it was so much fun. today was a lot of odds and ends type of work but it was so awesome. John has camera crues coming through the blight buster headquarters tomorrow with Judge Mathias, so we helped them get ready for tomorrow. We cleaned up about a block and a half of trash and sweeped out the garden areas and such. Tomorrow, we're gonna set up scaffolding where we chipped away ice today and gonna paint a whole wall white so that blight buster's resident artist can create a mural. They said I could break a wall down tomorrow so that's gonna be so much fun. I can't wait. Also, I learned why to never say goodbye to somebody, because saying goodbye is like ending the connection you have with that person. Don't say goodbye because it's like cutting yourself off from the positive connection. Say goodbye to negative ones, but not positive ones. Instead of goodbye, say Peace. GO TEAM MCLOVIN!!!
~ Peace and Love, Heather
~ Peace and Love, Heather
FEDEX gets it done!
Fedex is rocking it out!! Not only did they have the most awesome celebration for us, but they continue to get it done. I was lucky enough to have the opportunity to work with two of the most amazing guys today on the Ray West Memorial Ramp Project. Let me tell you that these guys get the job done. Virgle from Memphis and Ben from Battlecreek were rocking it out and really taking the lead today and I just want to send major shout outs to them. And if that wasn't enough Fedex delivered lunch in a first class way with the Fedex truck. All I can say is that the guys from FEDEX get it done and you guys are awesome!!!!!!! A-MA-ZING!!! So a big thanks to Vernice, Tabatha, Virgle, Ben, the awesome lunch driver , and the rest of the FEDEX team(sorry if I forgot anyone or mispelled any names). FEDEX CARES and it shows. So as we say here at ASB Detroit.....FEDEX, FEDEX..... FEDEX FEDEX FEDEX.... GO FEDEX!!!!Thanks for everything you do!!
Leticia N. Horry Lyde
Leticia N. Horry Lyde
THANK YOU THANK YOU !!!
THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!!!!!
FedEx, we really want you to know how much we appreciate you guys and everything you have done for us! You are making this the most memorable spring break! : ) You guys are rock stars!
Tiffany Beaudry
Hello!!!
I hope everyone had the most amazing day! I cannot wait to come back to see all of you guys and hear all about your day! I hope you guys kicked butt at those work sites and had a glamorous oscar party! I also want to hear all about what you learned at United Way's 211 today! So I hope you guys are all ready for your quiz! : ) See you soon!Tiffany!
Tiffany Beaudry
Tiffany Beaudry
Back to BXMS for year 3.
Coming back for a third year has been so far bittersweet. I know I won't get to see some of my "high maintenance" friends or those who belong in a "circus." I've been coping with the fact that I won't get to see some people who've been a staple in my life for the past two years. However, I'm looking forward to meeting new people and starting new relationships. More so, I'm looking forward to returning to the Mississippi gulf region where this whole crazy program started. I can remember my first year down in the area and it was as much of an eye opening trip as I've ever encountered. Biloxi looked like a ghost town only 5 short months after Katrina had hit. I just remember seeing blue tarps and puddles, not people or cars. Also, being chosen as one out of only 100 participants was a great honor. I can't wait to fly into Biloxi and see what the area looks like now and how our impact was part of the first wave of volunteers in the area. That said, I know my people in Lake Charles will continue a winning tradition and I know we are going to have an awesomely good time in Biloxi and start a new chapter in ASB lore. See you all in a couple of weeks.Eric
ASB, I wish I knew how to quit you!
I can not WAIT for ASB 2008! You'd think three years of spending my spring break getting as dirty as possible and smelling like a man for 7 days would get tiring, but I spend most of the left over 358 days out of the year counting down until I get to do it allll over again.
I can't wait to meet my new team and see old faces. Kevin and Maddie, you're making the alums so proud with all your hard work with UWA! I love you guys and will see you all soon! :)
~Mandi (Athens, GA)
Former "Quackerjack" TL
Recovering "Team Fantastics!" alumna
Peace.
Labels: ASB is that fire
Wall Climbing
It's Monday and I definitly know that I wall climbed incorrectly. My legs aren't feeling anything, but my arms are killing.
I'm also hungover from the Oscar Party. I've already taken a few tylenols.
My team gets to go paint at Vista Maria today. I'm guessing it's going to turn out pretty alright from what I can see. ASB has been the most organized and professional event that I've been part of. It's impressive how that many different orgs came together to make this happen. I gtg to vista maria
bye
khurram imam
I'm also hungover from the Oscar Party. I've already taken a few tylenols.
My team gets to go paint at Vista Maria today. I'm guessing it's going to turn out pretty alright from what I can see. ASB has been the most organized and professional event that I've been part of. It's impressive how that many different orgs came together to make this happen. I gtg to vista maria
bye
khurram imam
Day One...looking forward!
Hey ya'll!Paulinha here!So... today has been a lot of work!It is 2am and we are still editing here at Campus Video. Dan, Andrew and KP have been locked up in one of the rooms for a few hours now... they would kick everyone else from the room, so don't get near that door.... it's dangerous!Will and John have been working at the other room as well, and Mati was helping me with editing your video-blogs.By the way, guys, do not forget to share your thoughts with us and make sure you video-blog everyday!!! And then make sure you check yourselves out here at the blog and on YouTube (please see posts below).Today I also got to go on the field and my group visited Vista Maria and Detroit Habitat for Humanity. It was freeeezing, but it was so encouraging and inspirational to just see how excited you all are in this work. I was really, really happy to see so many people so motivated to do good and give back to the society....Keep up the good work, and I look forward to working with all of the other groups as well...All right! Those videos are done! Now I get to sleep... I'm soooo going to crash!I'm out!
I Love TARGET
Oh my goodness!!! Ok, for those of you who already know me.. you have probably learned by now that I LOVE TARGET. My family LOVES TARGET!!!! I shop there more than I am willing to admit for fear that I might get in trouble. Just to give you an idea though... I normally go there at least 4-5 times a week. Target is like a way of life for me.... as I begin to sound like a commercial, but the it is all true. I buy everything there except for my milk and that is only because they don't sell the brand, yet. (they are working on it..wink wink) So when I learned that they were a local sponsor, I was excited... and I mean more than a little bit. So I wanted to send a shout out to the Target stores here in southeastern Michigan for always stepping up to the plate to help such a great city and event such as ASB. I was so proud when we all showed up in our jackets for our first Target run. To speak to an associate who told me that she gives from her check to the United Way I was amped!!!!!!!!!! She told me that it made her feel PROUD to see her United Way dollars at work. So for all of the people at the Target who helped up in one way or another, THANKS for not only the great shopping that I enjoy at least 208 times/year, but for great associates who care to give to places like the United Way.So I am singing the Target cheer for you, even though you can't hear it!!! Go Target!!United Way+Target=A HAPPY community an a super happy shopperI love you both!!
Leticia N. Horry Lyde
Leticia N. Horry Lyde
Watch Me Grow
When I think about ASB Detroit I am simply amazed!! After today's awesome tour by Jeanette Pierce (that is a shout out...lol) I realize that their is far more work to be done in our metropolitian community than possible in 1 week alone. WE need like an ASB year in DETROIT!!! Yeahhhh get hype ....ASB 313!!!! Ok so I was having a moment, but more importantly I really want to stress that we are a new beginning for something that will grow year by year!
So if you think of your experience sorta like the following: When people see a large old oak tree, they often wonder how old it is when they see it's great size. They know that that old tree has grown and outlasted many storms and generations throughout its existence. That old tree is a representation of great strength and togetherness. People wish to come to enjoy the shade the tree gives, the leaves each fall, and the many possible other moments at the site of the tree. What people may not think about is the seed that planted the tree. This week here in Detroit, we are the seeds. The seeds that are being planted to grow long after we have completed this week, and seeds to take and plant in other places we may visit along life's path. So I just want to say even if you don't see every project this week, just know that you were apart of the 1st ASB Detroit and you are the first seeds that will plant hope for the future back in this community! I hope that everyone has an awesome 1st day of service!!
Leticia
So if you think of your experience sorta like the following: When people see a large old oak tree, they often wonder how old it is when they see it's great size. They know that that old tree has grown and outlasted many storms and generations throughout its existence. That old tree is a representation of great strength and togetherness. People wish to come to enjoy the shade the tree gives, the leaves each fall, and the many possible other moments at the site of the tree. What people may not think about is the seed that planted the tree. This week here in Detroit, we are the seeds. The seeds that are being planted to grow long after we have completed this week, and seeds to take and plant in other places we may visit along life's path. So I just want to say even if you don't see every project this week, just know that you were apart of the 1st ASB Detroit and you are the first seeds that will plant hope for the future back in this community! I hope that everyone has an awesome 1st day of service!!
Leticia
Team Fresh
First let me say that TEAM FRESH here at Detroit ASB is the very very best!! This group of people is so passionate that it takes my excitement to an all new level... who every knew it!! So a shout out to Adam, CPA, Ben, Virgle, Kathryn, & Tiauna!!!!! Can't wait for all the great things we will do during this week!!
Leticia N. Horry Lyde
Leticia N. Horry Lyde