During this past year we have been fortunate to again have a member of Luther Volunteer Corps, Matt, working in the ReStore. During the summer we have also had a young man, Gabriel, from Florida volunteering in the store while staying in Delaware for the summer. Today is the last day for both.
Matt is a hard worker who is willing to do anything needed. The bulk of his time was spent going out on the truck pick-ing up donations but he also set up our eBay account. Matt rang the register, helped customers, or whatever else needed to be done.
A willingness to do anything extended to Matt's personality. Coming from Minnesota he wanted to see as much of this area of the country as he could. Weekends often meant trips to Philadelphia, New York, Baltimore, or D. C. Matt will be taking a roundabout way back to Minnesota traveling to Boston first before heading west.
Along with traveling, Matt wanted to try any food he hadn't had before. He became such a fan of Capriotti's Sub Shop (especially the bobby) we are convinced he will eventually open the first franchise in Minnesota but he will wind up being the locations best customer.
Often we get young people volunteering at the store because it is required for school or a parent doesn't want the teenager sitting around all summer. Many turn out to be good volunteers but some are just putting in time and don't want to be here. Gabriel hasn't just been a good volunteer he has been terrific. He works hard, is polite and friendly, and he does everything he is asked in a prompt manner. He will be returning to Florida for his senior year in high school.
We will miss Matt and Gabriel but wish them luck with future endeavors.
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