...Minnesota My family and I are going to Minnesota for our grandparents 50th wedding anniversary. I was very excited to go except getting there felt like the longest car ride if my life. I had to sit in the back row of the car with my little brother. Even though the car ride wasn’t that fun it was soon to be just worth it. Our first stop was Minneapolis. There we stayed at a hotel. Our hotel room wasn’t that good though. There were ceilings dripping water and it wasn’t big enough for 7 people, but we made it work. In the morning my brother and I were up before anyone else so we decided to just go to the hotel breakfast. We tried to take a long time to eat so we could give the rest of my family some time to wake up. So, after a 45min breakfast our family still wasn’t ready yet....
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...August, my family and I took a long overdue trip to Charlevoix, Michigan. This city is very dear to my Dad because he spent many of his childhood summers here. The entire trip was filled with crazy stories, some of which may have been illegal, as my dad and his siblings relived old memories. Charlevoix, located in northern Michigan, makes for a great summer getaway because of the mild temperatures and rich history. I have always been very interested in my family’s ancestry, and this would be the perfect spot to discover more of it. If had a ticket in my hand and could go anywhere, I would to my Dad’s childhood in Charlevoix in the late 1960s. I would meet him and his siblings as children, I would meet my grandparents and great-grandparents who all passed away before I got the pleasure of meeting. They would tell me stories of their childhood and what America was like when they were growing up. I have always been fascinated with the 1950-60s because it was an important time in American history. From the Vietnam War to the unique fashion of this decade, everything is so captivating to me. It would be very interesting to have been able to experience this time period hands-on. I would swim in the freezing Lake Michigan, or refreshing as the Michiganders would call it. I would eat tons of sugar filled fudge and have a...
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...Traveling is something my family has always done since I was born. Many times we do day trips, but we always try to have a summer trip to a place that's more than a day's travel away. Our main trip this summer was to Key West, Florida. It was a wonderful experience. Other interesting places we’ve traveled to in the past was Kerala (India), the Smoky Mountains, Toronto, and Chicago. These trips not only made me more adventurous, but it also taught me valuable lessons that can help me for my future. During these adventures, I was able to see the different interactions between people. Just traveling to different areas, near and far, exposed me to cultures that I wasn’t so familiar with. It was interesting to see that we’re not so different from...
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...take year 8 students from our school to attend our trip.We changed our choice because we thought that it was the most convenient year for us in terms of organization and discipline in edition whole Y8 group,had not being on a trip in a last academic year.The proximate age of students is 12-13 years old,they are not very small children,which makes easier to control them and contact with them,but also they are not adults,for that reason we would have enough authority to organize them and carry out an successful trip. We had a lot ideas where we can go,but we decided to narrow all these down to the 3 most convenient places:Benidorm,Alicante and Valencia.We discussed each in terms of cost,interest and convenience for all of participants.We distributed our work among group members:Patricia,Sofia and Valeria made the feasibility including a SWOT analysis of Benidorm,Dario did the SWOT analysis of Valencia,and I did of Alicante. *fesibility studies Mission statement: The mission statement was to develop and improve the student's knowledge about their own country and what they can find in nearby cities.Creating a pleasant and nice atmosphere for children and staff by organizing and exciting entertaining and what is really important is educational day trip. Aims: 1.Develop our team working skills. 2.Improving year 8...
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...everyone, my name is Jose Rodriguez. I am 34 years old now. I came from Durango, Mexico, which located in the northern part of the country. I was a high school math teacher in Mexico, and had a very nice family with my wife, two sons and one daughter. These years, the unstable security issues and the growing drug related crime around my city made me worried a lot. I tried to move my whole families to another city; however, I just cannot afford it. Unfortunately, the bad things finally happed. Last year, the local drug dealers took my older son away and forced him to do the drug production. I reported this to the local police, but the drug dealers had a better relation with the policeman than I did. One week later, they send my son back home, but he was dying. After four hours emergency operation, my son’s life was saved, however, he was diagnosed with uremia, which surely caused by the physical contractions between the toxic drug chemicals and my son’s body, according to the doctor. The medical payment for my son is extremely high, so, I have to find some other way to make more money. Normally, people like me in Mexico have two ways to make more money. One is the easier way by dealing with drug; another is the harder way by crossing the US boarder to chasing dream in America. I hate drugs, so, there would be only one option for me. Trip to US Making a decision is hard, especially for this kind. But, like I said, I don’t have any choices. I have to go for myself, my child and...
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...Life Changing Event The time that I have applied leadership and an immense amount of communication is when my family and I head down to Mexico on a missions trip. Once a year we pack our bags and head across borders driving a total of 16 hours, going into the heart of Mexico we drive through Chihuahua City arriving at a little town called Anahuac. Inside Anahuac is an orphanage called “Casa de la Esperanza,” it is filled with laughter and a second chance for kids who never got the attention and love they deserved. This orphanage has roughly 40-70 kids a year ranging in size, age, and backgrounds you would never wish on anyone. Hearing some of these children’s stories and where they came from would never reflect on who they were on the inside, all these kids want is love and friendship and they would quickly give it back. The very first time we arrived at Casa a lot was going through my mind, since this was a new experience that was out of my comfort zone. I felt times like these really help expand and push limits of leadership and communication that benefit and support a community in need. Casa is truly an amazing place that focuses their vision not on themselves but on the neighboring community, they supply and conduct food drives, medical exams and taking care of whatever else needs to be done in the town of Anahuac. After hearing what was expected of us in this trip I knew I was going to thrive and truly help make a difference. Casa takes in these children...
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...My variety of different experiences will help me contribute to the diversity in the Physical Therapy Program. One of my experiences that really stand apart from others is my participation in a mission trip to Honduras. I joined students from the University of Connecticut Health School to provide free healthcare to inhabitants of small villages and cities in the area. The trip taught me the importance of providing healthcare to poverty stricken areas and the effect it can have on the communities. The experience also really cemented the importance of being tolerant of different cultures and areas of the world. You need to be truly passionate about providing a better life for the people that come from less fortunate circumstances, but also understanding of their ways of life. If you are doing something just because you think it looks good and would benefit yourself; your goals become very transparent and those you are helping can tell right away you aren’t really there for them. There was no greater feeling then seeing the smile on the children’s faces while we worked with them to get them better or the clear look of thankfulness on the people who will never take what we provided them for granted. I would love to have the opportunity to provide physical therapy to similar areas of need, which I can successfully contribute to the program at MGH IHP. I have also had different experiences relating directly to the field that have all been quite diverse. My first...
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...My Unforgettable Trip to California Mirna El Hadi American Intercontinental University English 106 Dr. Rebecca Coleman January 12, 2013 “My Unforgettable Trip to California” This past April, my friend and I took a five-day trip to California, where we visited San Francisco and the Napa Valley wine country. We flew out on a Friday morning and stayed in the Golden State until Wednesday afternoon. During our visit, we saw quite a bit of gorgeous scenery, ate some scrumptious food, and drank some tasty wine. All in all, it was a fun, relaxing, and memorable vacation. But the reason the getaway was truly memorable is because I lucky to spend such an amazing time where I got to enjoy an awesome weather visit some unforgettable places, and best of all, try new kinds of food, which is my favorite. “Cool Weather for a Vacation Pleasure” When it comes to San Francisco’s weather, all I can say is “Gorgeous.” I mean that many great aspects of our vacation that were beyond our control just happened to go in our favor. In San Francisco, for instance, the weather was absolutely beautiful, with sunshine, very few clouds, and mild temperatures. The city has a reputation for being foggy, chilly, and windy, so we were fortunate to experience the lovely weather while we were there. In addition, my friend and I went to Pier 51, which is “home” to some sea lions during certain times of the year. Though there are many times throughout the year that the sea lions are not present...
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...are instructed to help one another when someone gets stuck, and to check off on their papers when they have finished each step. Another activity I chose was the use of learning centers and computer stations. Some examples of my learning centers for this particular day are the video center on volcanoes, the reading center on volcanoes, and the poster center on volcanoes. I have four groups set up for the students to learn from about volcanoes. The video center is off in the corner, and has a 20 minute video for the students to watch. The reading center is towards one outer wall and has a stack of books and magazines for the students to read about volcanoes. Another learning center has various posters of volcanoes that are packed with useful information about volcanoes. Then there is the computer station where the students can research more information on the web about volcanoes. One behavioral expectation of my cooperative learning groups is to keep the voice volume down between students in the small groups, so as not to disturb other working groups. I will tell my students this rule, then i will discuss and demonstrate appropriate volume. I will make sure to reinforce this rule as the project progresses. Another behavioral expectation of my cooperative...
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...Field Trip Reflection During the field trip, which was held Thursday, February 22, I have made lots of realizations. I went on a field trip to the Thronateeska and the Flint Riverquarium with all the other 7th Grade Gifted Classes with our chaperones and teachers. On this particular Field Trip, I had so much fun with my group even at the end of the day. So far, this field trip has been one of the best compared to the other ones I’ve went on. I would have never had so many new encounters if I did not go on the field trip. In the Thronateeska I watched two movies about space and the negative effects of plastic. At the Flint Riverquarium I went on a scavenger hunt about all the exhibits and herpetology class. In the planetarium at the Thronateeska...
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...In reflecting upon my experiences in Singapore visit last two month, I have nothing but good things to say. Overall, it was a most valuable experience, and I hope I have other such opportunities in my life. It was organized by my course mate in point to visit the Singapore culture. First of all, I truly enjoyed the chance to travel overseas to a place full of diversity and excitement. I have not traveled overseas before, and this experience was incredibly worthwhile. In the past, I have seen the neighbor country, Thailand but never a greater change in landscape, culture, and education as I did in Singapore. It was an utterly remarkable trip! It was a pleasant change to have the majority of Singaporeans, be polite and mannerly -- something that is not always existent in our Malaysia lifestyle. For example, they will not cut the line when buying things, or when using evaluator they will stand aside to let the busy people pass through. The people at this function were again extremely kind, helpful, and conversant, and it made the trip ever so much more easily and save time. Besides that, I also joined the Society of automotive engineers (SAE) to visit the proton industry last month. It was gratifying experience to explore at proton industry and learn about the proton engines and its other developments. Cam-Pro engine as we know as the most save energy engine in Malaysia, it was development by combining Lotus technology with proton own technology after the proton purchase the...
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...I am very excited to announce that I will be returning to the Dominican Republic in May on my second mission trip with Fellowship of Christian Athletes. I am currently underway with my sophomore year of nursing school at Indiana University of Pennsylvania where I am also a contracted cadet through Army ROTC. My experiences in the Dominican last spring were truly a blessing sent from God. I embarked on the journey believing that I would be changing the lives of those living in Hato Mayor. Instead, my life was forever changed. I gained a greater appreciation for my faith and all the blessing I have living here in the states. I was personally able to serve the Lord working in make shift medical clinics we set up in churches. As a first year nursing student this was the most hands on learning I had experienced yet in the field. I aided in reconstructing portions of local villages and spreading the word of the Lord to those around me. FCA has become my home within the past year and one of the largest support systems I have here on campus while I am away from my family and home. As students, athletes, and future officers of the U.S. Army we all...
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...Personal Narrative I got my first glimpse of the world outside of the United States as the plane flew across the clear, blue sky. The plane ride was an enjoyable experience for me and I grew eager with the thought of spending time with my family in St. John. Leaving the United States for the first time added to the excitement my family and I were about to endure. This trip impacted me greatly; traveling so far away from home opened my eyes to the fact that there are many different cultures and I became much closer with my relatives. The first flight we had taken was from Virginia to Puerto Rico. Once there we had to board a smaller propeller plane to complete the journey to St. John. While I had flown on planes before I never flew across so much water. It was an enlightening experience for me as a kid because I began thinking about how big the world is, and how small each individual is in comparison. After sitting through the short connecting flight, we arrived at St. Thomas. It was like a whole other world. The mountains all around casted a majestic light, and the people and their clothing were so different and unique. After I admired this new land I was in our family boarded the ferry to make the final leg of our trip to St. John. Upon arriving we had to rent cars in order to get around and check in at the house we were staying in. Even as a young kid I could appreciate the house we stayed at. It was truly magnificent. The house sat on the side of one of the mountains in...
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...Name________________ Date________________ “Canopy of Nature” Reading Comprehension – Short Stories Directions: Read the story. Then answer the questions below. Dad decided last Sunday that we should all go on a camping trip. He read an article in the Sunday paper about camping and how it “brings families together under the canopy of nature.” “Overrated,” I joked. “What about the canopy of television or the canopy of restaurant food?” “This will be good for us,” Dad said, sliding the magazine across the coffee table. “Let’s go next week-end.” I shot a quick look over at my little brother, Paul. He gave me a slow eyebrow raise which meant, “This will probably not go off completely as planned.” My smile back said, "But it will surely be fun." I started to think back. Once Dad decided “we should all learn how to canoe.” We borrowed two canoes from our friends, hoisted them on the van and drove for three hours to a secluded lake in Virginia. Once we got there, we discovered that we had forgotten the paddles. Paul and I got in a canoe with Dad, and our two younger sisters got in a canoe with Mom. We floated aimlessly around the lake for hours. Then we all jumped in with our life jackets on. We pushed the canoes back to shore. It was a fantastic trip. Another time, Dad decided “we should all learn how to ski.” All of us hate the cold so we spent the week-end huddled by the fire, drinking hot cocoa in the ski lodge and playing board games. It was great. We had a blast. When I...
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...Starting at age 12 is when most people in Guatemala own or carry a weapon (Info Please). When Walter asked this question, my heart sank, I knew exactly why he was asking, this kid who had little to nothing, one of the happiest kids I had ever met, was terrified to go into town, leaving his village was something he did not do often because of the dangers of the surrounding country. While I was there, I witnessed some dangers that in Canada, would never be acceptable. I saw a woman on the highway, side straddling a motorcycle, holding a baby and a chicken. She wasn’t holding on to the bike much, and she wasn’t even wearing a helmet. This was when I first realized how differently the rest of the world works from...
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