Lasting friendship

I have been asked many times what is my reward for volunteering with PSG and the first thing that came to mind is really the firm friendship amongst our members. We all come from all walks of life but somehow we are united in the way that we feel so passionately about our children's well-being. That's how it all always starts... we started with the conviction that we want the best for our children and in the process, we started to spread that love over to all the other children in school.

That is the single most wonderful thing about this group. I have never seen so much love and passion. These parents would go that extra mile and really do their best for the common good, totally and unselfishly. It makes us feel good that we are roles models to our children, to show them that we can care for others, show some kindness and consideration to others and also teach them about giving back to the community.

Sometimes we all get too busy with life and think we don't have time for anybody else, the truth is, if we set our minds to it, we can always find time and ways that we can help and contribute our time to the community.

I have learned this from my own personal experience and I know that by volunteering and giving some of my personal time, gives me alot of satisfaction and contentment. More than any shopping trip can. This is true.

Also, I have learned so much from the other parents who have shown so much kindness and compassion for children other than their own. I salute these parents who are willing to give their time for children who needed their help.. be it to teach them, help them make presents for the parents and teachers, counsel, befriended them or just assuring them that they are loved. It does make this world a better place.

We often share our anxieties and concerns about our children and support one another in times of need. I was deeply touched when a parent called me at recess time and told me my child has forgotten to bring his pocket money, she offered to give him some for me. How kind and thoughtful. That is the kind of friendship that we share. If one of us is down, the rest will rally around and help out the best of our ability. It is through such kindness that we flourish and continue to be strong.

We are indeed blessed to have such wonderful friends in this group and we will stay united and focused as we share one common love.. the love for the children.

Yvonne Chin