Three summers ago, my high school german teacher insisted that my best friend, Jami, and I get invovled with an international trip that her church was planning. I’m so happy we did because it was the best time of my life! Our group of approximately 25 people (students and parents) visited Munich, Germany, Luzern, Switzerland, Paris, France and the spaces in between. Neuschwanstein Castle, the Eiffel Tower, Rheinland Pfalz, Notre Dame and the scenery in general just blew our minds; but my best memory was a small one compared to these. Driving through the Swiss Alps, our bus load of travelers and our crazy French tour guide rivaled Julie Andrews in our “edelweiss” tribute. It’s cliche, and we knew it, but that’s what made it all the more fun!! You have to take in as much as you can but it’s important not to overlook the little things along the way. I am so excited to learn as much as I can and there is no doubt in my mind that I will travel the world throughout my life.
-Sheila