There are many definitions and renditions of love. Some would say it is an intense feeling of deep affection. One quote I found said, “love ISN’T when you hate saying goodbye. Love IS when you see “goodbye” as the possibility of saying “hello” all over again. Love DOESN’T cover their flaws, love DOES show their flaws for…
One of my favorite quotes ever is by the ever-hopeful and inspiring Fred Rogers of Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood. The quote goes, “When I was a boy and would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, ‘look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.’” When I think about this…
Occasionally, you meet people who—without knowing it—completely change your perspective and help you reevaluate your purpose. This summer, I met someone who did that for me. Her name was Merce. She originated from Spain but moved to the Dominican Republic to make a difference there. Merce first visited the country at the ripe age of nineteen…
The first impression of meeting someone is so impactful. There are many ways that a person can come across, starting with their facial expressions and body language. Then, how they speak and act toward you and others. One of those memorable first impressions I have ever experienced was that of Padre Keiter, a community leader in…
I went on a trip to the Dominican Republic at the beginning of the summer as part of my internship. Overall, it was a fantastic experience, and I loved learning more about the heart and mission of Healing Waters International. As a bonus of the trip, we went out on a pier our last day in…
Let’s be honest: the world is a messy, crazy place full of unknowns, disappointment, and ultimately, extreme brokenness. Turning off the news, looking away from that discouraging headline, and turning a blind eye to other people’s brokenness are all ways we cope. We also seek distractions: Netflixing the day away, scrolling endlessly through Instagram, and…
My name is Joey Haas, and I’m the Graphic Design Intern for Healing Waters International for the summer! I’m headed into my senior year at the University of Miami in Florida as an Electronic Media major, which basically means I love journalism and design, especially when they are paired together in a creative and informative…
Hello! My name is Steven Delain. I was born in Wichita, Kansas, and though my time there was brief, I enjoyed spending the first few years of my life immersed in a community of family and childhood friends—relationships that have lasted a lifetime. At the ripe age of six-years-old, my family made a huge transition…
Hi, my name is Kate Lengacher! I was born and raised in Wakarusa, Indiana—a small town of about 1,600 friendly, Midwest folks. My parents were born and raised in this community, and my two older sisters and I grew up surrounded by family and friends. I am thankful for my roots in a small, Midwest…