Request, Matt

Alright, so my good pal Matt dropped a request. Hopefully I can answer sufficiently. Here is what Matt has to ask of me.
"Of all the things that you are going to learn in this experience, what do you hope to walk away with. ( thats not a question, due to the lack of '?', but no biggie. :] )
Also, what do you think you will be able to contribute while there?"
Um. Let me think about this.

Life seems to throw a lot at us, but our minds are designed to grow and mature from our experiences. Awesome and all, right? Imagine a time where we dont actually die of old age, but instead carry the knowledge and understanding we got from our life a little bit further. (farther?) Where all of the pressures and heat that refine us are actually kept and put to use beyond 100 years or so. (And 100 is being generous) Until that time, I hope that whatever refining that I might get dumped on me might be put to use. My time abroad so far has really molded me, but I have always gone to countries and places that are well provided for, and prosperous. (Well, I went to D.R., but I have only vague memories of that) So I am hoping that I can walk away with a totally different mentality and perspective on life. That is kind of a blanket statement, so specifically I mean...well...I want to...um. Ok this is harder to put to words than I think. Pushup time!
(Huff, huff, huff)
Ok, I didnt actually do any. But I did think of a way to put it into words.

Random side point first. I made this video purely for the fun of it. Its just me on a walk through the woods and around some streets. Check it out if you find this post boring!

 Continuing:
Allow me put it this way.
Some people walk through the cities, and their biggest concern is that their latte isn't done quite the way they like. (Breve is smoother, made with half and half. Mmmm) Some people look at the clothes you wear, and instantly come to a judgment of who you are based solely on the clothes you wear. Sure, they give a good talk about how horrible it is to know that people suffer in third world countries, but how do they really know? In between sentences they are texting about going to the next party, and planning what they are going to buy so they can dress to impress. It all seems to be nothing but a HUGE distraction.
Sure, dressing nice, being clean, and social lives are important, and keeping up with the times to a degree is totally fine and acceptable to me, but its the focus of some people. Its sad to see how upset some get about little things that others might not ever notice. Why? Two types of people. (Super basic, obviously, because I dont want to look like I am judging people. Its just a list of characteristics that some might display is all)
1, people who see the mundane things as all powerful,
and 2, those that have bigger problems to deal with.
For 2, the color of someone's car is the last thing on their minds. The size of 1's house doesnt mean anything. And those name brand shoes that 1 so desperately seeks, 2 hasn't even heard of them.

So, a wider perspective. Thats the best I can put it. It might not sounds like a lot, but perspective is a HUGE aspect of life. Perspective alone can shape the lives of anyone. So many people seek a new perspective, and it can change their whole being, inside and out. Perspective has brought about life changing advancement, and savage brutality. Perspective, in its simplicity, is ever so complex, and it makes up the person of the heart. And the great thing is, if we are looking for the right kind of perspective, we can never gain all the perspectives out there. Mmmm. Tasty goodness in thought form.

RANDOM PICTURE TIME! (I <3 Autumn)---Get it? Its a heart, on a fallen leaf!

As for the second part of your question, I have no idea. I suppose I am just going to give it my all in every way. To be honestly able to say that emotionally, mentally, and physically I gave my all to support and assist those that I meet in Africa. And for kicks, make a few friends along the way! Who knows, this may become my home. Maybe not, I dont know yet. Whatever comes, I'm ready to experience it and see just how NOT ready I really was. But the way I see it, thats where things are kept interesting!

I hope that answers your request, Matt. :] If not, well too bad, drop another comment and I'll see what I can do. Brotherly Love the whole way!

Thank you once again, one and all. May thy travels be vast and quick, and thy winds bear you favorably.

Trevor B~