Last night as a house we had our weekly spirituality night. One of my roommates John brought up in discussion that one of the best services that people can do for one another is to simply treat others kindly. It seems so easy, but many of us fail to do it.
Educators, teachers in particular, are very overworked and underpaid. That being said, many of them have huge hearts that keep them going. Even more overlooked than the teachers/administrators are the janitors. Here at Verb there are two full time janitors Lupe and Gustavo, that are the epitome of service through kindness. Lupe has been here for over 30 years and is still going strong. When I was here for orientation he told me that this place would seem foreign at first, but after awhile it becomes home. When we has faculty/staff Mass he gave everyone in the room the sign of peace, this place is his home.
Gustavo has been here for 15 years, almost the entire time he has been in the US. He immigrated from Honduras, lives with his father, and takes the bus 45 minutes each way to work alone. Most of his family is in Chicago, but he cannot afford to take time off work to visit. He is one of the nicest people here and always talks to me when I see him.
Never be above anybody, and always try to treat people kindly!
On a side note, Creighton started today. It makes me sad that I am not back there this year. It went too fast!
i am really behind on this as i only had a chance to read this post now...and i am gonna try catch up every time i have spare time but reading about your first time meeting your house and spending time with everyone sounds so much fun and such a good experience. i love how you appreciate everyone you meet and are so kind to them, you are truly a great big brother i can look up to. i am going to try to comment on more of your posts as i catch up so keep blogging cause i love hearing what you are up to, but for now its time for me to get some rest. its 11:37 pm (not that late) but i have a 7:30 tennis class haha. take care can't wait to read more.
ReplyDeleteps. i am going on naz farm this coming fall break...i can't wait :D