On May 20th, 2013 a massive tornado hit Moore, Oklahoma. The tornado was discussed all over the news. That state needed all the volunteers it was able to get to help clean up debris, then eventually start the rebuild process. My church saw this as an opportunity to have a mission trip. A group of teenagers and adults from my church planned a trip to Oklahoma that June. When arriving there I was extremely emotional seeing the destruction everywhere. The mission trip changed me for the better in multiple ways. I used to be selfish, ungrateful, and lazy. During the mission trip I realized anything can be taken away at any time. I learned how to be a hard worker, and I was determined to accomplish my goal. When the trip was over, I became more caring and grateful. The trip changed how I felt about myself, others, and my overall view of life.
Before heading to Oklahoma I portray qualities I now despise. I considered myself as a selfish person. For example, I was nice to everyone I came in contact with, and if someone needed assistance, I got involved. Even though I helped those in need, I always mumbled in my head, “I actually don’t want to do this”, or “I want to do something else.” Not only was I a little selfish, I was ungrateful. I …show more content…
The event was tragic, but being able to witness the distress, and having the opportunity to help make me a better person. I am more caring, grateful, and I no longer am lazy and selfish. I am a hard worker who is determined to reach the goals I have. The trip made a great impact on my life. It is amazing to see how one event can change a person’s life for the good or bad. The victims experienced a sadden time, but maybe they gained something positive from it too. They may have realized anything can be taken from them at any time, or that they should value family time. However, I am thankful for the opportunity to help those in need, and I will never forget that week of
Before heading to Oklahoma I portray qualities I now despise. I considered myself as a selfish person. For example, I was nice to everyone I came in contact with, and if someone needed assistance, I got involved. Even though I helped those in need, I always mumbled in my head, “I actually don’t want to do this”, or “I want to do something else.” Not only was I a little selfish, I was ungrateful. I …show more content…
The event was tragic, but being able to witness the distress, and having the opportunity to help make me a better person. I am more caring, grateful, and I no longer am lazy and selfish. I am a hard worker who is determined to reach the goals I have. The trip made a great impact on my life. It is amazing to see how one event can change a person’s life for the good or bad. The victims experienced a sadden time, but maybe they gained something positive from it too. They may have realized anything can be taken from them at any time, or that they should value family time. However, I am thankful for the opportunity to help those in need, and I will never forget that week of