Today was our second day trekking in Nepal. It was the hardest day because of all the uphills but also the most rewarding. As all of us pushed ourselves on and on as the trail winded through the trees, you could still hear the heavy breathing amongst us. The Everest view point was the only thing...
Today we visited the Bell Building in Highland Park. They focus on housing the homeless before treating their problems/addictions. Their main focuses are alcoholics, drug addicts, people with mental disabilities, and the chronically homeless. One thing that separates their homeless shelter from others is their ability to accept homeless people despite their addictions. Most homeless...
A Day full of Bittersweet Goodbyes and “Final” Memories
Today was a day full of bittersweet goodbyes and “final” memories. This morning, sandwiched between two long car rides of karaoke and a cappella riff offs, we went to Starfish Beach in Bocas Del Drago. After some beach games and reading, our group privately journaled in an experience we have cherished or found impactful during...