About a month ago, I set up a meeting for an informal 4-H meeting at the library. It was set up for families interested in the program. I had many parents say there were interested, that is why I set it up. One family and one dad showed up. Out of about six families that is all that showed up. I am bummed out by this. This is why I am still up. DH says I shouldn't take it personally. I am trying not to. It's just I hear people are interested and then there is nothing. I have decided to go and do the paperwork to become a leader. Even if it's just this other family and I. The 4-H lady said that maybe once there is an offical group more people may be interested. It's the getting started that is hard. I just hope that once I get this going, someone will take over and continue the club. I only have fourteen months until I leave, my husband transfers next year. Sorry for any misspelling. I have my two year old sleeping in my arms. I am off to put her to bed.
Sorry about this evening. I know you were disappointed. I think it's great that you are going ahead with planning to be a leader. I hope everyone hops on board with you!
Okay baby down, I also wanted to add that I am more of a behinds the scene kind of gal. So this is a big step for me. At the homefront I am in charge, when it comes to groups or being in front of people I get all nervous. Like red in the face and start talking really fast.
Sorry your meeting didn't draw in more people. Just wanted to empathize and tell you I know how you feel!! My friend and I started a karate school together in October and it is sloooowwwly growing- but it takes time!! We've had a lot of folks drop by and watch the class or even try out the class and say they loved it and make plans to come back next class........then we never see them again!! Very frustrating. I agree with the 4H lady....I think it is a good thing to get established and then more people will be drawn in once they know you are there or if you put flyers out, etc. Best of luck to you!! Tara
Maybe you did this already, but when ever I have an event at my expense, be it time, energy, etc., I make sure I remind the invitees of the function say 24 hours ahead of time. It's amazing how busy we can get and how one issue can overshadow other things and cause things to slip our minds. So give it another go, place upbeat reminder phone calls, send out emails and see what happens. :love:
I think tis is great that you are moving forward with the plans. I am sure people will join in as things move along. Good luck!!! Patty
My kids are in one that has about 60 members. BUT!!! it started out with just three families!!! It just grew year after year! And yours will, too! Go with what you got, enjoy it, and you might have some of those other families coming around saying, "OH!!! I FORGOT!!! Is it too late to join?"
