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Richard
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- Shawano, Wisconsin
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What will it take for people to wake up?
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You are not alone: http://www.thevenusproject.com/
I completely agree too and have experienced of bit of this myself. I feel there are so many ways (time, money, items, etc) and areas (homelessness, education, health, etc) in which to contribute and I have challenged myself to help out both locall...
Haha Courtney. I get the church comment too. "Is that like building homes with your church?" all the time. I don't understand why the concept is so hard to understand. I am baffled by it too.
wow so I'm suppose to be walking to class right now but I stumbled across this right before I was signing out... I can TOTALLY relate to what you're saying... I can't explain much now, but basically my family members tell me things along the lines...
I understand exactly where you're coming from and had similar reactions. People with that mindset would have to live with the people and share some of their experiences in order to warm up to the idea of helping those abroad.
Hi Richard,
Thanks for your email. It is true that you will encounter frustrations in talking with people about volunteering abroad. Especially in communities that initially don’t seem to have any relevance to what they know or who they are. Then ...
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- About me:
- "One's heart is only as true as the beauty it endures, and the passion it ignites." We are all destined to be great. We are all destined to find love, compassion, and care for one another. We are called to be a hand, a heart, and a friend. I am honored and grateful to be involved in this organization, and to be given the opportunity to offer myself to people and places world-wide which do not always feel that they are important enough or deserving enough to be loved or appreciated. I will do everything in my power to help all people all over to realize the truth that in every person lies the infinite truth that we are all here to serve each other and to care for each other. "No man is an island, entire of himself, every man is a piece of the continent, a part of the main." -John Donne
- CCS Volunteer Status:
- Enrolled Volunteer
- Length of Volunteer Program Stay:
- 9-12 weeks
- Date I Volunteered or Will Be Volunteering
- December 13, 2008
- Region/s of Interest
- South Africa
- Volunteer Interests:
- Caring for Infants & Children, Teaching Children, Assisting Teachers, Working with People Affected by HIV/AIDS, Sharing Professional Skills/Experience
- Occupation:
- Photographer/Writer/Journalist www.rrphotos.ifp3.com
- School or University Attended:
- NA
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Time is flying.
Wow, time is flying. I can't believe it is September 1st already. So much has happened this summer. I have my passport, my shots, money (well i still need to raise more...lol) It has been good talking to so many people in my hometown area in Wisconsin about this trip. It is interesting hearing what they have to say. Many are supportive, however they are also scared for me. One of the funniest things I have heard is "wow, you are going to live amongst the tribes?" haha. I swear we learn nothing a… Continue
Posted on September 1, 2008 at 2:40am — 2 Comments
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"Peace cannot be kept by force. It can only be achieved by understanding." -Albert Einstein.
My name is Richard. I am 29 years old, full of passion, drive, and heart. People say my creativity to constantly reinvent myself is one of my biggest strengths. Roads are leading me to South Africa this October. I will be starting at the end of October, and staying until the middle of January. From 2001-2006 I spent my summers working at a youth camp where we had international ties with South Africa, and… Continue
My name is Richard. I am 29 years old, full of passion, drive, and heart. People say my creativity to constantly reinvent myself is one of my biggest strengths. Roads are leading me to South Africa this October. I will be starting at the end of October, and staying until the middle of January. From 2001-2006 I spent my summers working at a youth camp where we had international ties with South Africa, and… Continue
Posted on July 10, 2008 at 2:47pm — 1 Comment
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- At 3:49pm on May 12, 2009,
Nicole Menolascino said…
- Hi! I'm going to Cape Town in July for three months. I was wondering how your trip was? Any advice or things I should do? Places to visit? Anything you can tell me would be awesome! =]
- At 9:19pm on January 5, 2009,
Jenny Lintvedt said… - yep ill be arriving on saturday evening with my 2 friends! since youve been there for a while, you'll have to show us around. look forward to meeting you!
- At 4:47pm on December 14, 2008,
Ellery Mallett said… - haha yes i know... I'm the tall one in the middle. You are leaving soon! Let me know what it's like, especially over Christmas! I'm so excited!
- At 12:25am on December 2, 2008,
Karen MacCaskill said… - Richard - safe travels!!!! I will be arriving in Cape Town on March 7th and will be volunteering for 6 weeks so it seems our paths may cross. Keep up the blogs if you have time. I will enjoy reading how you are adjusting!
- At 12:07am on November 13, 2008,
Zoe Witzeling said… - Hi!
I just found your page, I'm from Appleton and am currently enrolled for the San Carlos, Costa Rica for the summer of '09. I'd love to hear about your trip, and about your experience as a volunteer from Wisconsin (what people from the area had to say about your trip, how they respond to you coming back, any kind of fundraising you did etc.) Hope you're having the time of your life,
~Zoe
- At 9:49pm on October 17, 2008,
Joy Long said… - Hey Richard! How does it go?!!! OMG we are going to be in SOuth Africa in less than a week...how exciting & nerve wrecking at the same time!! BUt yes I feel you about trying to get soem of that extra money..I am working my butt off working two jobs from like 7 am - 9pm daily..so this will be greatly needed! And yes, I hope that we will be able to learn & relate to one another..you may be right about that...see you there!!
- At 10:20pm on September 16, 2008,
Joy Long said…
- Hey Richard! How are you doing?! Yes..I am so excited and nervous at the same time, but really wanting to get there! I just got my shots yesterday, still sore..but it is all good!! How are things going for you though?!
- At 9:43pm on September 15, 2008,
Jay Goldman said… - Richard,
Thanks for the nice comment you left for my video. I have to say that I love the quote you have posted above by John Donne. That's great.
Take care man, keep in touch
Jay
- At 11:07am on September 14, 2008,
Aaron Schumann said… - Hey Richard, good to hear from you. That's awesome you are going to Capetown with CCS. Get ready for the experience of a lifetime. Feel free to contact me any time with any questions or ideas you have and I'd be happy to help! 804-477-4551
-Peace
- At 8:48am on September 14, 2008,
Kacie Williams said… - I can't believe how close my trip is-- I signed up for this trip back in January, so 9 months have passed and it's unbelievable! I'm just finishing up a few details...and this week is my last week at my job and I'll be training my replacement! I've gotten past the nostalgic/nervous stage and am just plain EXCITED for everything now!!
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