There are a lot of things I will always remember, such as first day at

primary school, holidays abroad and birthday parties. These special

moments are all linked up with some celebrations or turning points in my

life. Although, these experiences are nice and great to remember, I have

realized there are some beautiful experiences gained not only through

special occasions, but also through everyday life. Such an experience for

me was a voluntary work.

Last summer, during the vocations I was working as a volunteer in a home

for the aged called Dom starejših ob Savinji. After a conversation with a

nurse and a social worker, I was told my job was to talk to wards, take

them out for walks and read them newspapers and books. All that might

sound a bit boring, but just after a few days it turned out to be quite

different. The wards accepted me as if I was their friend. They have told

me their life stories and achievement the have accomplished, gave me

many love advices and warned me from dangers that youth can bring.

I have learned so much from them. This was an amassing experience for

me, not only because I was taught about life a lot but also because for

some of them who do not have many visitors I was the only one who they

could talk to. I gave them feeling of care and support and they have

showed me that with great appreciation. However, I found out that it was

them and their gratitude what made me so happy