Helping at events (was courtly behavior)

[Ann & Les Shelton <sheltons@conterra.com>]

Poster: Ann & Les Shelton <sheltons@conterra.com>

Svanhildr@aol.com wrote:

> I feel that the problem Lies with new people not being instructed in >the fact that events are fun but they aren't all party and leave types >of things. If everyone does a little then everyone can have fun. I find >this lesson to be getting shuffled into the cracks in the floors. It is >time to bring back the old days!

Ahhh, if only it were just the new folk who needed this reminder. 
Sometimes I think we "older folks" could use a refresher.  As an
autocrat, it is a constant challenge to find new blood for event staffs.
Yes, you can always rely on the few who are dedicated to serve but it
would be so nice to have more hands to lighten the load.

In that spirit I ask, 

	When was the last time you volunteered to be in charge of a portion of
an event?

	How often do you offer even an hour of service to an event staff
member?

	Won't you consider calling the autocrat or head cook of the next event
in your area and volunteering to help?

Thank you for your time in considering my opinions.

Anne le Coeur
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