Actually I just started a job working with at-risk kids and had to agree to a one-year committment. I'm not making much money but love the work. If not, I'd have been out of here last fall.
Good for you! I worked with youth in my younger years, too. I loved being a school mentor and a Big Sister. :) I find it so interesting to meet other conservatives here that are just the opposite of how liberals stereotype us!
I mean, there are so many truly "compassionate conservatives" out there that just want to give people a hand up versus a hand out. Teach people the skills that they need to have a better life and get it together! I meet many conservatives that are concerned about and in turn DO something to improve their local environment (planting trees, recycling, being a Green Freeper, etc.) and those that appreciate nature through hunting and fishing and hiking and camping out, etc.
We really need to work on our PR, don't you think? We get a bum rap way too often.