2 more days...

Hey all! So its 2 more days until I depart to Ecuador! I'm so HYPE, I can't wait. I am going with a great group of people. And I am ready to learn from wonderful people in Ecuador. I know that I will be changed after this experience!

On another note, I have not practiced ANY spanish so yall are going to have to pray for me! Ha!

Still need to finish packing. Then I'm all set!

By the way, I'm climbing this volcano and exploring this forest, call me Dora the Explore! Lol

Love. Peace. <3

Intro.... Less than two weeks...

Hola! (That's about all the Spanish I know lol)

My name is Jalena and I am a senior at the University of Michigan studying Music Education. I am from Detroit, Michigan and have never been out of the country.

I am going to Ecuador from May 1st until the 29th. I will be traveling with Ginsberg Pangea World Service Team to help local communities with sustainable farming. I will also teach english and learn Spanish (Yay!!)

I chose this service project because it involves a culture I am very curious about and it was cheaper than other volunteer programs. I found out about this program through a posting wall and applied like the night before it was due. It was just meant and I love the idea of the trip and the people I will be traveling with.

My goal for the summer is to really get to know the Ecuadorian culture along with getting to know who I really am. I am excited about this life changing journey I will embark on in less than 2 weeks!!

Also I must note that I am living with a host family that only speaks Spanish.. I only speak English and German... hopefully by the time I leave, I will be so knowledgable of Spanish I will truly say, "Me Speaka No English" :)