Slowly stepping into my rather familiar mudroom, I slide off my rain boots as the remnants of the lousy weather pool around my feet. Greeted by the loud pounding of my dog's tail and the joyful screams of my brothers wrestling upstairs, I am filled with a sense of warmth, a sense of family.

Ever since last year, I have been attending international trips that my school offers. These trips offer a chance to explore the world, become cultured, and expand my knowledge globally.