I have to admit I haven't had time this week to lament my lack of funds. This is probably a good thing. Whenever I look at my dwindling funds I get a sick feeling in my gut. So I stopped looking. Before you jump to conclusions, yes...I have been keeping tabs on my funds. I'm just not dwelling on it now. Instead I'm concentrating on writing letters, praying and making sure I don't drive myself crazy with all the research I'm continuing to do.
Some of the research is due to the fact that I'm coordinating one event and helping out with two other events. I've definitely received and am receiving an education in starting up, running and maintaining a non-profit. You may have guessed already that even though I am currently running this organization, I'm not receiving any funds for it. I don't expect to. Most of the non-profits, especially the historical ones, are run by volunteers like myself.
I had to do something. I do feel like I have accomplished a lot in the past seven months with the new organization. Getting and generating interest is a full time job. This is on top of what I'm already doing in seeking full-time employment. Some days I feel stretched to the limit of my endurance while other days I feel exhilarated by the things I am learning.
I know that the Lord has his hands on me. I feel the support and enthusiasm of the people around me, but I can't as yet translate that into a paying position. It does frustrate me. I know that I would be a good fit for an organization that is willing to take a chance on someone who is willing to work hard for them. I just haven't found that organization.
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