The goal of this day was to help the townspeople who had inadequate insurance, acquire the dental cares that they needed. Many members of the community …show more content…
Actually, I was redeemed. How many days had it been since I counted my blessings? When was the last time I devoted an entire day to someone other than myself? Often people, privileged people, spend their time wanting more instead of being happy for all that they already have. I fit this description perfectly, that is until my experience at Chisholm Dental led me to a reversed direction of thought. As I walked out the doors after our last patient left, first I realized that I would undoubtedly be returning to volunteer at this event next year. The event was a complete success and many people were helped out tremendously. Then as I crossed the bridge between Hibbing and Chisholm I though back on all of the people I had just seen and assisted. Their greasy hair, dirty shoes and ripped jackets told stories of struggle and hardship. The pure bliss that came across them as they received care, forced me to come to terms with my ungrateful