First Impressions Of The 18th World Council

Its amazing what can happen in just two short days. Since friday i have experienced things i never thought i would, such as being on a plane again for the first time since i was 6 years old, to experiencing the wonders that are New York and the awe inspiring Colorado.

Yesterday something changed the way i will look at my future, the keynote speaker and her stories affected me in much the same way they affected her. She told a story about a stranger who created footprints for her to walk in and she has now created new footprints that i can now follow.

This joirney has allowed me to see so many countries and the way they live their everyday lives and although some aspects are quite different i can see the similarities in our cultures which shows me that no matter where you're from or how you are raised, we are all equal. I have learned this much in two days and i can't wait to see what the rest of the 18th YMCA World Council has to offer.