Snowball Research Paper

The first word that comes to mind when I think of a New Orleans snowball is “lagniappe.” Every time I go to New Orleans to visit my family, I have to get a cherry snowball, however the snowball would be nothing without lagniappe. The little something extra on top, in the form of condensed milk, is given for free. There are two sides of lagniappe, the person receiving and the person giving without expected reciprocity. Throughout my life I have been grateful to receive much to be thankful for, more than many other people. This is why I have a passion for returning my lagniappe to others through the volunteering I do. The main reason I choose to volunteer is because of the indescribable feeling that arises when you are able to help change someone else’s life. Firstly, I have been involved with Young Men’s Service League for all four years of high school, achieving the role of vice president of my chapter. The main goal is to not only serve the community, but also meet to discuss how to make changes in the world. The
Their goal is to bring families closer together and inspire children to dream big. Listening to children’s aspirations remind me of my own. I tell them to never give up and have the “grit” of determination. Secondly, National Honors Society has played an integral role in helping me become a leader in the community. Recognizing students not only for their academics, but also their leadership abilities within the school. The ability to join together with students who love to help make changes in their communities is the reason why I am a part of this organization. Lastly, I have been involved with the Junior Volunteer program at Methodist Richardson Hospital. At the forefront of operations in the hospital, I am responsible for providing a helping hand and cheering smile, to brighten the patients and families’ days. Allowing me to fulfill my passion for helping improve other people’s