Personal Statement: Why You Should Become A Seagoing Cowboy

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Why you Should Become a Seagoing Cowboy Today

Has the thought of traveling on the crashing waves of the sea to help other countries in need, ever crossed your mind? I have already volunteered my time to help countries that were in ruins and I recommend that you do too. Still not convinced that you should join the seagoing cowboys? Consider this: You will have your breath taken away from all of the magnificent sights there is to see, there are plenty of games that are played to pass the time after the animals have been unloaded, and it is an opening for many great opportunities.
During these trips of a lifetime you can see many new countries that you have never seen before, especially if you’re like me and grew up in a small town. During

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