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A Thank You from SuperKids volunteer; Noah G.

November 29, 2011greatshapeincGreat Shape Inc, GreatShape Jamaica, humanitarian, Jamaica, SuperKids, SuperKids project, thank you, volunteer

Georgene, Gretchen and Lucinda,
How do you begin something that you cannot define? When I first came home yesterday I knew I wanted to write you three and express my thanks for what you have shared but as my day went on what I wish to express to each of you has grown. Lucinda I would like to specifically thank you for preparing me for each of the stages that I went through, you were able to prepare me for emotions you knew I would have and you gave me just what I needed to process them. The rest of this letter is my joy moment that I would like to share with each of you.
            I came on this trip because I felt a calling, I was not sure what it was or where it came from but there it was time and time again a voice calling out to me.  I knew when I landed and stepped off the plane that I had finally come home.  The first sounds, smells and people all seemed familiar, like family I had not seen in a long time. It felt as though I had just awakened from a dream.
            The first time I met the children and saw the joy in their eyes and the determination in their hearts I knew I had found my place. I was a little skeptical at first and on guard because things that seem too good to be true often are. As the week progressed and I continued to interact with the children, teachers, the other volunteers and Great Shape Inc. as a whole, a sense of clarity began to come over me.  I realized that I was meant to live a life of service, it felt natural. This trip was the first time I have felt whole in a very long time and even now I feel a sense of loss being away from the people of Jamaica and Great shape Inc. I cannot begin to express the awe that I have for what you have all created and the leadership that Joe exudes in his every action. I sit here with tears streaming down my face not because I miss you but because I have found you or maybe you found me.
            Lucinda every time I would go through a stage you had prepared me for I would laugh and just say a quite thank you for your knowledge and willingness to share and support me through a very emotional time. Your example everyday of your courage and strength to show your emotions openly fostered a sense of trust and loyalty. Georgene and Gretchen your sheer force of will and determination emanates from you both and serve as a beacon for all. Lastly the unconditional love that you three showed me, well, there are just no words. While I know that not everyone sees the world as I do I hope through action to serve as an example. I do not have much to offer but what I have I offer to you and the people of Jamaica, my heart and my passion. When Great Shape is in-country I wish to be there offering whatever assistance I can from moving equip to the literacy program. When Great Shape is not in-country I will work to spread the message you have shared with me to others and work towards raising money and awareness. Thank you for everything. I hope this letter finds you all well.
One Love, One heart
Noah G.
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