Monday, January 7, 2008
Well its finally time to blog about the ocip trip to Cambodia last november. I believe this trip has left everyone single member of ocip with lasting memories and that includes the teachers. Everyone's hardwork ever since the beginning of Misson Opic in early 2007 paid off in the end.
This trip provided me with an opportunity to reach out and provide a service to the needy people of Cambodia. I'm glad I had the chance to do my part to help the Cambodian kids. During the trip, I had my chance to interact with local kids and I finally understoood the miserable and difficult way of life they have to endure and yet their passion for learning never wavered. I taught these kids for three whole days in classrooms that were hot and stuffy and still they were ever so attentive. I decided to put myself in their shoes and I realised I may never be able to learn with such enthusiasm in such conditions. A typical Singaporean who complains at the slightest of discomfort can never do so. I really admire the Cambodian kids for this.
For another part of the trip, we were given a chance to help better the facilities and amenities of kravan primary. It was extremely satisfying after contributing to the refurnishing and renovating of their classroom, providing the kids with a better environment to study and learn. I believe that with the kids' passion for learning and drive to improve themselves, coupled with the better learning environment. They will do even better.
This trip has brought me great satisfaction and fulfilled my desire to lend a helping hand to those who are in need in the world. Through this trip, I also gained a different perspective of life, by helping me realise the life I'm leading now is so great and that I will have to learn to treasure every single moment of it. I loved every single moment of the ocip trip and I have gained alot from it. It is an experience I will never forget and I will keep with me through my life journey serving as guiding light.
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