Taura on Preparation

Hi!! 

Here is my first blog post. 

Thank you!

-Taura 

Ways I think I’ll need to physically prepare for this trip:

• Get used to exercising/walking more (after the musical that I’m in is over, I’ll need to maintain my physical shape that I got from dancing, and not let myself be unable to keep up on the trip!)
• Make sure I pack enough warm layers!
• Drink lots of water now to get ready to stay hydrated on the trip
• Be on top of all of my work so I won’t have to make up too much when I get back from the trip
• Ask for some of the work that I’m going to miss ahead of time so I can start working on them before I leave
• Keep doing my best to participate in and think of more fundraising to raise money for the trip!

Ways I think I’ll need to mentally prepare for this trip:

• Prepare myself for some heavy and difficult conversations when learning about what took place in each place that we visit (the overnight made me realize how a lot of our conversations are not going to be the easiest/most comfortable, but I am looking forward to continue to hear everyone’s thoughts and ideas to add to the amazing overall experience)
• Become less attached to checking my phone all the time and live in the moment
• Research my city! (Money)
• Try to stop stressing out about school and what I need to do there, and remember to enjoy the trip and the journey while we are there