In a mentor's own words

I have been Jessica’s mentor since November 2006.  Having her in my life has been a powerful and challenging experience.  I am learning so much from Jessica… how to be a better listener, patience, how sometimes being supportive means not doing anything at all and I’m learning how to be special kind of friend.  I always thought I knew how to be a friend but Jessica has taught me to broaden my horizons.  As a mentor I am discovering that, for now, the best thing I can do is to just be there for her. 

When I first entered the mentor program I thought to myself “I can’t wait to share my experiences with someone else and make a difference.”  While I believe I am doing that what I didn’t consider is how much my mentee would teach me and how much having a mentee would make a difference in my life.  I hope to know Jessica the rest of my life… maybe one day I’ll teach her how to drive. If you know Jessica that’s quite a vision!!! 

Jessica is a bright, funny, strong and beautiful young lady and I am honored to be her mentor.

If you are interested in becoming a mentor, please e-mail Michelle at mentor@peace4kids.org

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