Why in the world would a group of hockey moms, whose general business it should be to support the kids’ hockey league, have any responsibility for keeping a hockey rink in good repair? Wouldn’t that fall to the people who actually own the rink?
This is proof (as if any is needed) that it can be better to keep your ideas to yourself, unless someone’s actual health or safety is involved. The minute you suggest something, people will assume you’re volunteering to get it done…
The way to do it is to assign people right away: “We need somebody [blah blah]. Louise, you will do a great job! Pick some assistants.” It is the cure for organizations with people who are doing nothing yet.
This is how, years ago, I found myself organizing an entire Fourth of July parade, Running Operation Merry Christmas (almost by myself) and starting. running, and organizing a Candy Striper Program at the local Hospital. At 81 my husband is still at it, on 3 different committees and vice chairman of our Homeowners Assoc. It never goes away!
howtheduck over 6 years ago
Why in the world would a group of hockey moms, whose general business it should be to support the kids’ hockey league, have any responsibility for keeping a hockey rink in good repair? Wouldn’t that fall to the people who actually own the rink?
Templo S.U.D. over 6 years ago
Why are these ladies even part of a committee when El conducts most of it?
alondra over 6 years ago
What did you expect Elly, when you were the one doing all the talking?
Argythree over 6 years ago
This is proof (as if any is needed) that it can be better to keep your ideas to yourself, unless someone’s actual health or safety is involved. The minute you suggest something, people will assume you’re volunteering to get it done…
suv2000 over 6 years ago
Assign it to one of those other loosers who have not done anything yet
dukedoug over 6 years ago
Elly … dELLYgate !!
jpayne4040 over 6 years ago
The one who brings up the issue is always the one who has to take care of it!
A R V reader over 6 years ago
She should had said, ‘’We need SOME volunteers..’’.
Diat60 over 6 years ago
Notice the way they’re all looking the other way when Elly asks for volunteers?
flagmichael over 6 years ago
The way to do it is to assign people right away: “We need somebody [blah blah]. Louise, you will do a great job! Pick some assistants.” It is the cure for organizations with people who are doing nothing yet.
ajakimber425 over 6 years ago
Well, it’s her idea! If she’s not willing to do it. Then she shouldn’t have suggested it!
ladykat over 6 years ago
Sorry, Elly, you raised the issue, you are automatically volunteered to fix it. Now get out there and flood that rink!
JanLC over 6 years ago
My pastor used to say that if you came to him with an idea for a new ministry, be prepared to start it up yourself.
Hippogriff over 6 years ago
I think it is Cardwell’s Law of Voluntary Associations: Those who will work, get overworked.
Night-Gaunt49[Bozo is Boffo] over 6 years ago
Lynn’s Notes:
The best way to find yourself working hard as a volunteer is to make a suggestion. That’s been my experience.
Last Rose Of Summer Premium Member over 6 years ago
This is how, years ago, I found myself organizing an entire Fourth of July parade, Running Operation Merry Christmas (almost by myself) and starting. running, and organizing a Candy Striper Program at the local Hospital. At 81 my husband is still at it, on 3 different committees and vice chairman of our Homeowners Assoc. It never goes away!
Scoutmaster77 over 6 years ago
After 20 years with Boy Scouts, I know when to keep my mouth shut! :- )
Scoutmaster77 over 6 years ago
After 20 years with Boy Scouts, I know when to keep my mouth shut! :- )