The trip to Shelby did not come off as a mission trip to me, it was more so a retreat. That could be because I have a strong desire to help and serve. I learned more about myself and I was also capable to see how much I have grown. During this trip my project was to go to an adult daycare. I talked to Mama Mari about how much I love visiting my grandma at her nursing home and she just knew that was the best fit project for me. I loved the experience I got to paint nails, we played games, and we helped Santa distribute gifts. For as long as I can remember I have always wanted a grandpa so when there was down time I grabbed connect four and went over to play with two men that was a successful game because they didn’t grasp the concept. I later went and grabbed jumbo checkers and Mr. Charles whooped me in that game multiple times. But that time with them gave me a little bit of what I was desiring for a while. To this day I cannot pinpoint exactly what it is about a grandpa that makes me want one so bad. Since God is such a provider he allowed me to encounter those two men and fellowship with them and I am grateful and excited for everything else he has for me.
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