My Foreign Land I Called Home

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Volunteerism gives me a sense of accomplishment and genuine joy that no material wealth can replace. When I was still in the Philippines, I have joined several NGO in promoting their advocacy in social development. The opportunity came in when I applied in another NGO placing volunteers to abroad. I took it as a challenge and as privilege to serve other people with the skills that I have. I was placed in Kurgan Teppa of Tajikistan found in Central Asia. The country is not that familiar compared to its neighboring countries, but the wonderful memories that I had with the people there and the camaraderie made me feel that I am just in my homeland. If given the opportunity again, I would like to visit the country again and see my friends and the people I have trained. Truly it can be called my home away from home.