Yesterday at the Art Institute we had our “Day of Service”. Students from local organizations and charities came to the school. Organizations like Big Brothers Big Sisters and Texas Baptist Children’s Home were invited. But due to lack of prep time (put together in a week or two), only 6 kids showed up. It was fun though because with a small group, we were able to give more attention. 6 ladies showed up from the home.
The home serves children who typically are placed voluntarily by family members due to a temporary crisis in their home. Some parent(s) aren’t able to care for their children, many are incarcerated. My heart went out to the girls who came. They were all so eager to learn and have fun. They were older, like in high school (a couple in junior high). It was a good day, and hopefully we do it more often.

On a sidenote: After the young ladies had left I went to the faculty area. There an instructor and I chatted about our classes and what we are teaching this quarter. She suggested I get my PhD. While it’s inticing, I do go back and forth on the issue. On one hand I think, “Yeah! I would love to!” but on the other hand, I hate research. Well, mainly quantitative, I don’t like statistics or numbers (or should I say I don’t like reading them and doing them). I don’t mind qualitative so much, I rather gather info and put it together than gather numbers. I did leave really pondering about it. If only I could be so lucky to get another full fellowship like I did for my Masters. Hmmm, just something to think about. Oh and what should I get it in? Instructional Technology (like my Masters), perhaps with a focus on minorites and technology?