Blog Entry 2:

Cafe on the Vine

Blog Entry 2:

 

When I arrived at Cafe on the Vine the morning of Oct. 29th, the kitchen was already bustling with people. I met a lot of the other volunteers rather quickly as they were rushing from place to place trying to get food ready. My first task was to bring in squash from the big freezer outside, and then cut them in half with huge knives. It was really fun! After I helped with a handful of random tasks getting ready for our guests to arrive, I was put on the serving station. Just as people started arriving the food was coming out of the ovens. I asked each person if they wanted each type of food we had to offer. They were all very respectful, but some were more outgoing than others. I kept a big smile on my face and greeted each even the most timid with a big "good morning!"

 I suppose if I were in their shoes it would be hard for me to have to, in a sense, swallow my pride and except help. That is due to personality, perception of self and others. They might be worried of being judged by others and possibly even by me. That is why I tried to be extremely friendly!  Due to the fact that people view themselves as how they think others view them, could be the reason they are a bit more timid at first.  Another reason most likely is due to self disclosure.  I do not know them at all yet so they could just be a little weary of me and strangers in general.  I learned that sometimes it is better to hold back a little.  People may feel overwhelmed if you are overly happy or bubbly. People are more receptive to a casual smile and good morning!