When I first moved out to California in 1999 there were two things I really wanted to do: 1) work at a youth center or some other local direct service, community nonprofit; and 2) volunteer or work for Senator Boxer and help her get reelected in 2004. The first one keeps slipping through my fingers even though I do keep trying. The second one is beginning today. I'm off to volunteer in her campaign office and will be doing much more soon. I'll keep you posted.