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36 - The Oakville Beaver, Friday December 8, 2006 www.oakvillebeaver.com Volunteering to help others is a win-win situation Continued from page 33 twinkle in his eye, asked if I would use my charity event experience to co-chair the event. I was honoured to have been asked and because of the support I felt around the table from other volunteers and staff, my answer was, "yes." Once again, my life took on new purpose and a life- changing course. The Y `At the Hop' event took over my spring, summer and early fall, but what a ride it was. It was such a joy for me to work with a fabulous team of volunteers, friends and staff and my eyes were opened even further to the incredible value this YMCA offers for the Oakville community, and to the fee assistance that they provide as part of their mis- sion to be `open to all.' Our meetings were all held at the Y and I saw first-hand what a vibrant, active environment it is. Daily I witnessed people of all ages, colours, shapes and sizes walking in and out with gym bags in hand, hair wet from showers or heavy exercise, with a smile on their faces and a quickened step to their gait. Because Terry and I have always had a home gym we had not felt the need to be a member of a local facility, but this too is about to change for me, as I become a new YMCA member, gym bag in hand. My grandson, Owen, is now also enrolled in Y Child Care where my daughter and I know that he is in good hands enjoying friends and learning. My life is full ­ the volun- First 30 Customers will receive a handmade 8'x10' CHINESE AREA RUG (value of $699) FREE TRUCKLOADUPEVENT! DAYS 3ONLY! % HUGE SAVINGS TO80 OFF! PAY NOTHING UNTIL 2008 CARPET LAMINATE HARDWOOD AREA RUGS teer high I continue to receive when I say yes to causes in which I believe enriches my life beyond imagination. 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