This week has been an incredible experience for me,
especially with it being my first mission trip. I have performed many cool
activities and missions. My favorite experiences included all of the times when
I met and interacted with the people of Asheville, especially the homeless
people. I feel like I have broken down so many internal barriers this week.
Before this trip if I would’ve been told to talk to a homeless person I
probably would’ve been terrified and not have known what to say. However, I now
am not only comfortable talking to these people but I also realize how
extraordinary they are and how much fun I can have with them. I understand now
more than ever how everyone has his or her own unique talents and contributions
to this world and God loves every one of us.
Today
I had a fantastic time white water rafting with our group. I was never really
nervous for it and I had a blast from the moment I stepped onto the raft to the
moment I got off. From our awesome guide, Harrison, who encouraged us and let
us perform “advanced” moves, to rock jumping and having my sister pull me in
during a lull in the river, it was a ton of fun and I loved it so much. My
team, which consisted of Amy Newton, Alissa, Olivia, and my sister Brittany,
was particularly talented with our rafting skills and really bonded and built
up our teamwork. It was a great day and a perfect way to round out the week!
-Kelsey
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