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Volunteer: Wu Cheng-hsuan

I previously participated in a volunteer activity serving visually impaired students, and because that experience was so rewarding, I signed up to participate again this time. This time, I accompanied a second-year junior high school student who is moderately visually impaired, meaning he can only see nearby objects vaguely and still needs some assistance in walking or daily life. His personality is very pleasant, quiet, and cooperative, which eased my initial nervousness quite a bit.

After we introduced ourselves to each other, we chatted a bit, and I learned about his background. He recently transferred from a regular school in his hometown of Kaohsiung to the Taichung School for the Visually Impaired and is now living on campus. Although the new environment is a challenge for him, he is very optimistic. He shared with me his fondness for extracurricular activities at school, particularly weightlifting. Although he sometimes feels homesick, living on campus has given his family more space in Kaohsiung, and he could make new friends and develop new interests, looking forward to his future life at school with great anticipation. His ability to view things positively truly impressed me with his maturity.

Unfortunately, it rained for most of the event, so many outdoor activities were moved indoors. A memorable moment occurred in the chapel when a few students discovered there was a piano and immediately began to play with great joy. One student played and sang solo, while another pair performed a piano duet, filling the chapel with a lively atmosphere!

I am grateful to the foundation for continuously organizing activities to accompany visually impaired students. These activities hold significant meaning not only for the students but also for schools, parents, society, and us volunteers. I look forward to having the opportunity to participate again in the future!