In this hectic and fast-paced lifestyle that we live in, it is
easy to forget how blessed and fortunate most of us are. We take many things,
the conveniences and comforts, for granted. Thus, it is good to contribute some
time and effort once in a while to do some volunteer work.
That is exactly what CCPEs from South 2 and East 1 did on the
early morning of 8 July. We reported at Willing Hearts soup kitchen at 7.00am
and were immediately put to work. While some of us toiled over the hot stoves
preparing the meals, the rest were diligently cutting vegetables, taken from
crates piled high in a corner of the kitchen. It was kind of therapeutic to
repetitively slice and chop the many kinds of vegetables, though.
We definitely had an eye-opening experience that let us have
a glimpse at the different sections of society; be it the beneficiaries who
received the meal packets, the selfless organisers behind this project
and the tireless volunteers who continuously streamed in throughout the
morning. What heartened me as well is the groups of students and kids who came
in despite it being a school holiday to help out in whatever way they can.
At the end of the day, we did have a fun time, spending it together
with our cluster mates and getting to know other CCPEs. Most importantly, we
felt good, being able to just take a few hours of our time to help in this good
cause.
