Who Said I Don’t Have A Hot Temper?
I lost my temper at practice last night because someone jokingly called me names. I’ve fought for years to keep my temper under control but that does not mean I do not get upset. It only means I’ve gotten better at not letting my temper get the best of me. However, I didn’t let those comments slide last night as I normally would do. Unfortunately, I did not react in a way that explained why I was upset by such comments. Rather, it just looked like I got angry totally out of proportion (and people could conveniently brush it aside as oh-must-be-PMS).
MM once told me that an adult-based sports club lacks a ready-made volunteer base (aka parents) that most children-oriented clubs have. In order for the club to flourish, it requires dedicated volunteers from club members. Yet with everyone leading such busy lives, it is difficult to recruit any volunteers. MM is a person whose opinion I respect. Since I started skating, my club has provided me with many resources and opportunities to develop into a better skater. For that reason alone, I decided that I want to give back to show my appreciation.
I am offended when I am being made fun of for being responsible, dependable, and organized. Those are valuable qualities which allow me to contribute to the operation of the club. Those are the very qualities that get things done. Volunteering my time and effort is not something that I’m required to do. Standing aside and laughing at people are easy and effortless. However, when was the last time you get anything done without making an effort?
