Costa Rica - Here we come!

Soon I will be flying off to Central America.  Costa Rica will be the newest and greenest spot on the planet for me to give back and this time I won't be using my physical therapy skills.   The BEST part of this mission trip is that I will be sharing it with my daughter and a small group of dear friends!  My cycle of giving and educating/inspiring friends is growing!! As I share my experiences with  friends, family and strangers many of them ask "Could I do that" "How do I get started" and "I want to go with you on your next mission".   Upon investigating WHO and HOW to help in Costa Rica  the great world wide web directed to me to www.packforapurpose.org    

 It provided tons of  information on how to help in various countries and provided wish lists for different organizations. It is a not for profit organization that encourages the everyday tourist to allocate 5 pounds of their luggage space for donations.  In turn they make it easier to leave donations at a participating hotel or to directly contact the organizations.

 Currently I have a full 50 pound suitcase of backpacks, school supplies, soccer balls and Spanish books. I just found out the age/gender of the kids at the orphanage who are in dire need for shoes... so I guess to will be going shoe shopping!! The best part of giving is bringing something that you know will be used.  

I will post after we return.  Thanks to all who support me and to all who push the limits to help others!