Tub-Thumper

January 25, 2010

Tub-thumper
\’teb-‘them-per\ n : a vociferous supporter (as of a cause) *

If someone were to ask me what one of the most important attributes an individual could possess, my answer would be, without a doubt, passion. Passion is the gateway to fighting for any cause effectively; incorporating hard work, dedication, camaraderie and a feeling of satisfaction. Passion is perhaps the most crucial ingredient needed to successfully complete any community service event, lecture, plea for funding or a change of thought initiated by a simple conversation.
My passion has been lying dormant for a very long time and it is not until I start organizing another event to raise money for Haiti Relief Efforts, get the urge to write, or stand up for myself that it makes its presence known again. I am passionate about many things, all of them impacting my life positively. Whenever I complete a project that benefits the surrounding community, I welcome the overwhelming sensation of warmth that is the familiar sense of fervor associated with a good cause and know that despite how long my zeal may remain latent, when aroused, it is a clear indicator of the true tub-thumper I am.

* letter “e” is upside down producing sound of “uh”