Like Apples and Oranges

A few days ago, I applied for a volunteer spot for the VSO Philippine Chapter’s Global XChange Program. Although I am excited about the prospect of being chosen, I can’t help but feel afraid of the outcome. Personally speaking, being sent to the barrios of Great Britain as a volunteer worker is an opportunity of a lifetime–but thoughts of earning very little for six months is making me a little bit iffy.

No. I don’t thrive on money. In fact, I spend very little of it, but the thought of not being able to save money to invest it for half a year is already bothering me. Ok. I take it back. I do thrive on money–hangs head in shame. Though as I have always maintained, money doesn’t make the world go round–it only makes one person richer and another one poorer. The question then is–where will that put me?

Ah, my capitalistic tendency is waging war against the humanist in me!

But need I remind myself that I am not there for financial gain, but for the people who need my services as a volunteer? Not once have I failed to deliver as a selfless servant for humanity (if I may boldly say so myself!) so I am not about to tread the thin line between self-interest and charity. Surely despite the little stipend given to me, there is great wealth to be had in this experience if I do get chosen.

Because by virtue and experience, this VSO experience pays a great lot.

Wish me luck!