Children’s Project in India

My time in India was indescribable, in only positive ways. As an individual who has not traveled as much or as far, this opportunity changed my life in many ways. From the cultural immersion, beautiful sights, and extremely amiable people, to teaching such grateful, eager, and absolutely adorable children, I could never be more thankful for this experience in every way. Everyday you arrive and the children are thrilled to see you and touch your heart. I went to India with no expectations, no certainity, and feeling nervous for what I would encounter, but left a new person. Somehow in such a short time, I fell in love with India, the children, and the culture. And I hope to return in the future, for this experience has taught me so much about the world, people, culture, and myself. If I could give one tip to people headed with any POD program it would be to let yourself whole heartedly participate, grow, experience, and be apart of wherever you go in the world. Let yourself experience the emic side of traveling and really divulge into what your doing with no hesitation. For it will be the most profound experience of your lifetime, as it has been for me. I cannot fathom enough my love, appreciation, and thankfulness for POD, the local accommodations and people, the kids, and India itself.