Volunteering Archives - Page 9 of 29 - My Family Travels
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Wrong Turn Made Right

        During the summer of 2012 I had the opportunity to travel from my suburban town in Minnesota to Chicago with my youth group from church. We...

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Tropical Paradise, Elephant Rides and… Cultural Discovery?

 After a mentally and physically exhausting two week mission trip, my team and I were beyond ready to enjoy some well-earned fun in the city of Chaig Mai, Thailand. That morning we...

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Jammin To A Different Rhythm

When you hear the name, "Jamaica," do you see white sandy beaches and beautiful blue...

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Unexpected Beauty

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Ecstatic Elijah

“First we’ll have to cross crocodile pond, and then we’ll go up ice mountain,” little Elijah said, as he clasped my hand tightly and started to sprint across the gym. The five year old was one...

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Asante (Thank You)

Journal Entry Day 5:             “As I step off the bus into an unknown desolate, I...

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The Trip That Has Forever Changed My Life

Most people look at the world as this picture perfect place where everyone lives a life either the same or better...

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The Treasures You’ll Find

I remember hearing the name Bugg’s Island and daydreaming about what treasures were awaiting to be discovered. Since as long as I can remember, my family, and our friend’s...

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The Mission of a Life

The power to change the world. At the young age of 17, I never thought I would have that chance. Now, after a mission trip to Black Mesa, Arizona, I believe anything is possible.Twenty-five people...

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