Wednesday, August 29, 2012
A Look at What I Will Be Doing This Semester
Hello Everyone. I have never blogged before. I have never had a reason to post on the Internet, finding my life mundane and not having much to write about and share.
However, a lot has changed in my life.
I am currently studying abroad in Vietnam.
My life, perspective and even ideologies have begun to change.
This is only day 5.
I want to write, I want to blog, not so much to share my experience, but to speak up for those that do not have the resources or ability to do so.
During my semester here in Vietnam, I will spend time with:
The Loving House: A group home run by Catholic nuns that provides help for the homeless elders, and ethnic minority students.
Agent Orange Group Home: Where children affected by agent orange go to develop social and motor skills
Agent Orange Home Visits: Children that can not go to the Group Home because they are too sick to do so.
English Speaking Club: Where I will help students ages 16 to 40 develop their English speaking skills.
Da Nang Welfare Center: A center for the homeless of all ages, many of which have physical or mental disabilities. The center is funded by the government. The center receives about 15 thousand dong a day per person. In America 15 thousand dong is equivalent to 60 cents.
I will share the stories of the people I meet, and hope that my readers will gain something from what I share. Please ask me questions and give me feedback. I would love to hear from everyone.
Have a great day!
Carol Fernandez
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Can't wait to read about your experiences while you're out of the country. Wish you the best of luck on your endeavors, and knowing you personally I would have to say your students are in for the time of their lives. Be safe and I will be looking for updates everyday. Love you Carol, yours truly jose!:)
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Jose. I love you very much as well and hope that when i make it back to America we can hang out. Thank you for your support.
DeleteThis is an amazing opportunity!!! I'm excited to share this journey through your blogs. -TracyAnn W.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for your support Tracy. You do not know how important this is for me, and i am happy that even though we do not keep in touch, you still care about this! thank you!
DeleteHi Carol: Not sure if you remember me, it's Luz either way kudos for joining the ranks of the (study abroad club). I am excited to see what your journey is like, I love what your doing. I know that it has been something you were debating about doing since High School. I am happy you have taken that leap. Te deseo lo mejor mija :) If you need a care package let me know.
ReplyDeleteLuz, how could you think i forgot about you? Yes this has been something i have always thought about doing, and am glad that i took this leap. Thank you for your support, and i hope to continue hearing from you!
DeleteHi there, I am so proud of you. You are doing a great thing and this would make you become an even better person. I am looking forward to read all your stories about your experience in Vietnam. Always remember, you might not change the world, but you are making a difference. Love You.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Carolina. It means a lot to me that you are taking the time to read my blog, i know you are busy. And thank you for sharing it with others as well. I hope that i can one day feel like i have made a difference. love you and everyone at home as well.
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