PIF Tour Leader, Christian Gilbert, recently returned from climbing Aconcagua in Argentina, South America. Christian is an 8th grade Geography teacher in Waconia and accomplished this challenge with a colleague of his. The two set out to involve their students in the adventure by creatively informing them of each days discoveries. To read more about their experience, visit:
http://wcco.com/education/teachers.andes.mountain.2.900661.html
Christian will be an assistant Tour Leader on PLAY it Forward's Kilimanjaro trip August 8-23. Join us for this exciting adventure!
Tuesday, January 13, 2009
Friday, January 9, 2009
The Sincerity of Rotarians
"Improving quality of life locally and globally" is the vision of Rotary Club that hung on a banner at this morning's Rotary meeting. The vision of PIF runs parallel to this as we seek to "Improve quality of life across the globe." Giving presentations to local Rotary and Rotaract Clubs is the goal of PIF Adventures this month in an effort to get the word out to these socially conscious individuals.
I've spoken at two Rotary meetings this week, the first in Shoreview and the second in Maplewood. The thing that resonates most is the kindness of these people. Every individual greets me, makes me feel welcome, asks about PIFA with genuine interest, and makes sure I have everything I need to successfully give my presentation. They recognize their guests and invite them to eat first. Random individuals sat down and ate with me, striking up friendly conversation. It may seem like a formality, but the sincerity of it is what strikes me. Rotarians are sincerely good people.
For all Rotarians reading this blog, I say thank you for your support of PIF Adventures and keep up the good work in your community.
I've spoken at two Rotary meetings this week, the first in Shoreview and the second in Maplewood. The thing that resonates most is the kindness of these people. Every individual greets me, makes me feel welcome, asks about PIFA with genuine interest, and makes sure I have everything I need to successfully give my presentation. They recognize their guests and invite them to eat first. Random individuals sat down and ate with me, striking up friendly conversation. It may seem like a formality, but the sincerity of it is what strikes me. Rotarians are sincerely good people.
For all Rotarians reading this blog, I say thank you for your support of PIF Adventures and keep up the good work in your community.
Sharing & Caring Hands
Last night a group of eight served dinner at Sharing and Caring Hands in downtown Minneapolis. Established in 1985 by Mary Jo Copeland, this privately owned organization is dedicated to the proposition that the community can make a difference in the lives of others through volunteerism, donation and commitment. Every year, the donations of goods, services, time and money by thousands of people allow Sharing and Caring Hands to make a difference in the lives of individuals, families, and children in need.
After serving dinner to over 100 individuals and families in need, our group took a tour of Mary Jo's Place. This is a complex currently housing 93 families as they get back on their feet. Every Thursday Mary Jo throws a get-together for kids in the lobby where they play music, socialize and Mary Jo gives them each $2. She'll asks every kid in the complex what they want to be when they grow up.
As a finale to our experience, we stopped at Namaste Cafe in Uptown for some chai and conversation.
After serving dinner to over 100 individuals and families in need, our group took a tour of Mary Jo's Place. This is a complex currently housing 93 families as they get back on their feet. Every Thursday Mary Jo throws a get-together for kids in the lobby where they play music, socialize and Mary Jo gives them each $2. She'll asks every kid in the complex what they want to be when they grow up.
As a finale to our experience, we stopped at Namaste Cafe in Uptown for some chai and conversation.
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