When it comes to long term volunteer opportunities, there are two main options for Americans that are organized and run by the federal government: Peace Corps and AmeriCorps. I’m in a somewhat unique position to have served in both programs. I served in the…
Most people don’t know much about Madagascar. In fact, I’ve only met a handful that could point it out on a map. For those who don’t know, it’s a small island off the southeast coast of Africa, across from Mozambique. It’s also the place…
When I was little, my parents thought it was important to teach my sister and me responsible habits. I was heartbroken after my first babysitting job when they told me that I could only spend 70% of what I had earned. The remaining 30%…
My first Thanksgiving away from home was my freshman year in college. Being so far from home, it just wasn’t worth it to pay $500 to get back to Idaho for only a few days. My family is very close and we consider the…