:: Aham Prema ::

My boyfriend told me he wanted to volunteer on Christmas day.  I thought he was insane, "Why not volunteer any other day of the year?  Christmas is for family!" A few weeks later I watched my niece star in a Christmas play put on by her church.  I'm always moved when I see young kids in action, giving it their all, and doing their best.  Especially the kids that I love so dearly.  However, what was most touching about the play was a slideshow that was put on in the middle of it.  It showed people volunteering their time to help others.   All the sudden, it clicked.  I finally understood what my boyfriend wanted to do.  He wanted to be there for others on a day that it mattered a lot to them, a day that they may not have anyone else to turn to or may feel forgotten.  Suddenly, I felt a strong desire to volunteer on Christmas as well.  Although it's my favorite day of the year with my family, I wanted to give to those who are les...