My name is Ruth Rucey. I'm a retired teacher. I'm 91 years old and this is how I live United.

I say retired but not really. Once a week, I read books to children as part of United Way's education program.

Reading to a child creates lengths between language and literacy. It creates a bond between grown up and child. And believe it

or not, it prepares them for a better academic future. Oh, we read about frogs and flies and pigs

with wings, all sorts of juicy stuff. It's a joy to watch all those little faces. I figure I have the time and they have the

need. And I've always believed that if we're not here to help each other, then what are we here

for really? My name is Ruth Rucey. I help kids prepare to succeed in school so I don't just

wear the shirt. I live it give advocate volunteer live

united go to live united dot of work brought to you by United Way and the ad council dad

this is fun I didn't think I like kayaking well I'm glad you enjoyed it but I think it's

time to head back in okay Okay. Can we come back?

Sure.

Tomorrow?

Let's check with Mom.

Hey, be careful getting out of the boat.

It's a kayak, Dad.

I'm going to return the kayak.

Let's make sure you have everything.

Yep. Can we walk home?

How about a taxi?

233 North Maple, please.

It's a short fare from your neighborhood to your naturehood.

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