Ukuthemba

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I just want these two things: to help and to learn.

I found about this volunteer program to go to Africa through an organization called VESA. And as soon as I found out, I knew in my heart that I didn’t just want to, I had to.

One of the most exciting things, to me, is to do conservation work for animals such as cheetahs and crocodiles. I have always had this soft spot in my heart for animals, and that spot is large, and so soft it is basically liquid. I think all creatures on this planet are beautiful and wonderful, and we need to help them instead of destroying them.

I can also work with orphans, teach English to older children and just be there to love and play with the younger ones. Also, I can help build structures such as orphanages, and help them with sanitation and hygiene.

And if you know anything about me, you know that my favourite movie is The Lion King. I know nearly all there is to know about it. I am probably one of the few people who actually know the words to “that African part” in the beginning of the Circle of Life (the language is called Zulu and the first part is “Nants’ ingonyama bagithi baba.” ) The second best moment in my life (first was getting married) was when I got to see the musical, and I cried through half of it.  This may seem silly, but this movie, and this country, have stuck with me ever since I was 12 and I first saw it in theatres. I have always wanted to go to Africa, to see its natural beauty and experience the culture.

So I also have the purely self-indulgent opportunity to stay in a Zulu village, and go on a safari, and visit another village where hippos roam the streets. I get to meet people, try their foods, and experience their culture.

I know it's so cliche, but it really is the opportunity of a lifetime. But I need help. I can't do it alone. I am trying to raise money for the flight and the cost of the volunteer program to go to Africa. You would be helping me, but in turn helping children, families and animals in Africa.

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