amatgumby's blog

Mission trips are a great way to give back to those in need, while at the same time accomplishing something of importance. For the past two summers I have gone on mission trips with my church to Juárez, Mexico. I plan to go again this summer and can’t wait to get there. Whenever we arrive the thought that we are going to make a difference in someone’s life is a great feeling.  Read More »

It seems like today there is more intolerance than ever. Everywhere you look there is a war, genocide, fight, all words meaning one thing: Intolerance.

War and intolerance has been going on for all of time. Why don't we change that? It seems that in today world with such change going on and so many modern thoughts that we should be figuring out how to get along.  Read More »

There is this college that I really want to go to, I think I've got a good chance of getting in, there is only one problem I have never been to the campus. The college is in Boston, and I live in Dallas, it is not like I can drive up for the weekend and do a tour. On the other hand, I've seen my second choice, but it is my second choice. What is one to do?  Read More »

This weekend my high school's German club and I went down to Austin, TX for the state German competition. There were 20 of us and we were all pumped up, and ready for the competition, an event we had not one a single award at for the past three years.  Read More »

I believe that if a person wants to be able to really understand other peoples opinions, and where their views come from that they must travel to other countries to see different cultures. Going to Canada and Mexico is great, but their is so much else out their, and so much to see that you should hop on a plane and go somewhere.  Read More »

So I am sure everyone else out there can relate that parents are sometimes some of the biggest pains in your side. Sure they are only looking out for us, and only want the best, but come on just leave me alone sometimes. Last night my parents started to get on to me about how I just keep putting things off, and that I need to start working on scholarships.  Read More »

I am a senior this year, and am so stressed out about college. Not that I wont get to go, I've already been accepted to a few and waiting to hear back from some others, but that I am going to be in debt up to my head once I get out of college. The price for a good education these days is ridiculous.  Read More »

The Presidential race is really starting to heat up, and as young adults we have a duty to vote and decide the future of our country. I know not everyone on this site is 18 and able to vote, I am currently only 17 but will be 18 by November, but those who can vote should vote.  Read More »