It was through my parents that I learned to give of yourself to others, whether through a kind word, a helping hand or simply a smile because, "there is always someone less fortunate then you"", I would hear them say. I believe it is through these values which were instilled in me as a child that has lead me to this place in which I feel compelled to making helping others my life ambition.

Growing up I witnessed my parents helping those who were less fortunate through simple acts of kindness. My Dad, a grocery story owner, loaded groceries in a bag for the man who tried to steal from him rather than call the police. My Mom took my sisters and me to shelters and orphanages to donate time and gifts, allowing me to play Santa Claus at Christmas time. Even at the young age of 10 or 11 years old and witnessing the smiles and gratitude on those children's face as I would hand out the gifts left a lasting impression and feeling that is beyond words. It is this same feeling that leads me in search of an opportunity to help others who are less fortunate then I. So being part of Isabelle's House is familiar territory.

The projects that I have been able to be a part of through Isabelle's House has given me the opportunity to be a part of something wonderful.