Everyday Is An Opportunity

It seems like just yesterday when we arrived in Cambodia. I remember seeing S21 and the Killing Fields at the beginning of the trip and it is hard to believe we are already at the end. Now that we have left the country, it really sinks in what an amazing experience this was.

I am torn between wanting to be home and wanting to be with the kids. I miss the kids so much and want to give them each one more hug. They are part of my family and it kills me to leave them. They are wonderful and amazing and I miss and love them with all of my heart. I am so proud of the work we did for them. We built them a house, cut the grass, cleaned, swept, organized, deloused, and so much more. The house is really amazing. I love everything about it, the color, the beds, the flowers, and especially the people in it. The kids deserve everything that all of the volunteers from Children's Global Alliance have done. It is a great feeling to change someone's life in a positive way. It can be picking up trash or taking them to a foreign country on a service trip.

This experience has helped me become a better person. I have gained more self awareness, skills, and strengths. It has encouraged me to set goals for myself and not stop until they are achieved. I realized that I don't need to start off shy; I can be my true self from the start. There is no point in holding back, all you get from that is regret. This trip has challenged me mentally and physically, but in the end has given me a great reward.  It taught me to live in the moment and make the most of everyday. I will continue to work on improving my weaknesses and step out of my comfort zone. I will treasure this experience and all it has taught me for the rest of my life.

Everyday is an opportunity, you have to decide what you're going to make of it.