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My First Hospital Visit Abroad

Of all the times I’ve been sick and feverish in Korea, my first trip to a hospital abroad was surprisingly in Nepal. Two days in. So here’s the thing. I sweat. Like, a lot. And in unforgiving, unrelenting sun, I … Continue reading

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Nuwakot, Nepal Base Overview

      Keeping with All Hands Volunteers blogging tradition, I’ll be following up my Nepal introduction with a Nuwakot base overview. Apologies that this has taken some time – I’ve been busy since getting back to Korea but am hoping to … Continue reading

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Summer Vacation in Nepal

Sometime back in May, the volunteer bug bit me and I knew I couldn’t let summer vacation pass without spending some time on an All Hands base. While teaching in Korea has been incredibly fulfilling and rewarding, there’s something about … Continue reading

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So Long, Sweet Philippines

Before I left the All Hands Philippines base in Tacloban, I was given a chance to stand up in front of the group and say a few words about my experience. On the verge of bursting into tears, I ended … Continue reading

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