One week!

Wow, it really has been a while since I've had time to update this blog. This semester was incredibly busy for me between school and work, but well worth it. I raised enough money through my fundraiser and the overwhelming generosity of friends and family - thanks again, guys - not to mention my own paychecks! Finals are finally over, summer has been in session for a couple of weeks, and I leave the country May 31.

I finally found out where I'll be volunteering for the duration of my stay. I have been "placed" at Hogar de Ancianas de San Vincente de Paul, an institution founded in 1870 to provide better quality of life to elderly abandoned women. My work will include assisting with physical therapy, cleaning living areas, spending quality time with the women individually, preparing and serving meals, and more. I couldn't have gotten a better placement and I'm thrilled to have the opportunity to work with these women and learn from them.

I'm so excited for this trip, and I can't believe it is so close. I will continue to post to this blog and Facebook, so keep a look out for updates. :)

Reed