In class we have begun to talk about the switch in Jewish
literature that now contains the immortality of the soul. In Alexandria, Jews
were converting to be Greek citizens because that way they would escape
taxations from the Romans. In response the Jews told them that the suffering is
worth the pain because in the end you soul will have eternal life.
For me, I have always thought the soul is what was most
important, the one part of you that can connect with God. I lost a lot of
people in my life and in my mind the only way I can move on with my life is by believing
that their souls are in heaven watching over me. After the death of my dear
friend Kelly, I realized that I needed to live my life to the fullest and be
spontaneous. I strongly believe that enriching you soul can happen through
making friends, taking adventures or just by taking care of myself.
On this trip, the beauty of nature surrounding me and the
new culture that I am attempting to fit into has enriched my trip. Most of all the people that I have met
here are what truly has enriched my soul; they have given me wisdom that I will
never forget. This is how:
Lauren Corboy: My
kindred spirit as I like to call her has taught me that it never to late to
follow your dreams and to not let life get in the way. Also that its not worth
it to let the bad things in life bring you down, because good is always on the
other side. Luckily I was able to meet her on the trip because without her I
don’t believe my trip would have been as amazing as it has been. I cannot wait
to study in Italy with her. I think that she will a friend that i will have for the rest of my life and i wouldn't have it any other way.
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| Markelle |
Markelle Lance: One
of the kindest girls I have ever met. She has taught me that even though it is
scary to open yourself up to people you don’t know, the reward after is worth
it. Thank you for being an amazing roommate J
Zach Pearson: This
wonderful and caring person has allowed me to truly feel like I can be myself
on this trip. His confidence in his Greek skills impresses me everyday and I
believe that this boy will be a friend of mine forever. Above all he has taught
me that if the opportunity presents itself you better take that advantage
before its too late. There is never a dull moment with you.
Leah Stippich: Even
though she has been homesick and in a place where she is extremely
uncomfortable at times she has never once stayed back. She has been a trooper
and I am proud of her for pushing through. She makes me appreciate how
comfortable I can be away from home.
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| Jill |
Jill Griess: I
don’t think that this girl has a mean bone is her body. She has taught me to
appreciate the little things in everyone and that its not worth it to judge
those around you.
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| Austin |
Austin Williams: He
is the all around nice
guy. Not once has he spoken a bad word about anyone. For
some reason I find myself to feel at ease when he is around and I he makes me
appreciate the little things in life like reading a book every night before
bed.
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| Camille |
Camille Saunders: No matter what she seems to always be
jumping on the bandwagon in all situations. I strive to be as social as she is
no matter whom she is with.
Andrew Nelson: Not
only are is he my best friend but without him I do not believe that I would be
having as much fun as I am on this trip. When he is around that I can be myself
and that I will always have someone to fall back on. Thank you for teaching me
that no matter how hard it is to see the good in some people you have to look
deep down to realize who they really are. You always seem to make me feel like
I am home no matter where I am.
Everyone on this trip has taught me something about myself
that I would have never realized before. I am eternally grateful that I was
given the opportunity to meet such amazing and different people. My soul will
never be the same. I can only hope that my footprint has left a mark on their
souls as well.
S’agapo,
Alex
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