Recently there was a very inspiring article in the newspaper, It is not often you read about the good things that are going on in your city but this was a nice change. This story was a perfect example of how we should all live our lives and is very eye opening. As you read the article you soon realize that people take many things for granted and expect others to do whats good for their community. The most fulfilling part of this story is how a 10 year old girl can do so much good and teach us all the right way to live.
The article is about 10 year old Gia Oppedisano. Gia had to complete 10 hours of community service for a school projct, she chose to plant pine trees at Sunnycrest Park with the help of her brother and grandmother Amelia Nigro. They spent April break planting the trees, it was hot and sweaty but Gia pushed on until the job was complete. Did I mention that she was in the middle of being treated for Leukemia. Gia has always been passionate about conservation in her community, when she was younger she would always pick up garbage as she walked around the neighborhood. The Syracuse Parks Conservancy recently awarded Gia with its annual Guardian Award. Gia was very appreciative for being recognized for her efforts but what Gia would appreciate most is that her story inspires everyone to go out and volunteer their time to clean up the community.
Everyone needs to take some responsibility to clean up trash along our streets. Sometimes the animals get into our trash on trash night and the wind blows it around, well someone has to pick it up eventually. Get outside and clean up your street, meet your neighbors, help them out and they will help you in return when your in need. If everyone worked together with one another and supported each other as a community we could change the world. I hope Gia's story inspires all of you to get out and beautify your community.
http://www.syracuse.com/kirst/index.ssf/2011/12/post_227.html
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