We’re back!
To borrow words from some of our team members, this was a memorable, fulfilling, unforgettable, and AWESOME trip. It was 14 well-spent days with one amazing team. And I’m proud to say that we’ve achieved our 3 team goals and so much more.
This trip wouldn’t have been such a success without each and every one of our team member’s input, and it was heartening to see everyone trying their very best to dig holes, plant the saplings, cut bamboo, build the fences, water the plants, interact with the students, and, not forgetting, prepare lunches and wash the dishes!
Here, we also dedicate our most heartfelt gratitude to the Vietnamese volunteers who were with us over the entire trip and were absolutely pivotal in contributing to the success of our trip. Without their help, we would have been less effective and there is no saying how many more problems we could’ve faced. The friendships and bonds that we forged will be held dear to our hearts.
Also, the warmth and enthusiasm of the principal, teachers and students of Gia Bac school in so many aspects made us feel very welcomed in the village. Despite the language barrier and the inconveniences our team brought for them (like hogging the teachers’ bathrooms), they were always greeting us with smiles and trying their very best to provide support for us.
This trip may have lasted just 14 days, but the memories will be with us for many years to come!
A more detailed update about our trip will be done shortly. Here’s wishing everyone a MERRY CHRISTMAS!
