If someone asked me two years ago what I wanted to be, I would have greeted them with silence. I used to be a very antisocial person and didn't really like speaking in front of an audience, an audience, or even my small group of friends. I was the type of girl who would rather stay home on the weekends and watch Netflix than go out. But everything changed when I went on a mission trip with my church to Mexicali. The church I attend has a group of volunteers who go every 2-3 months on weekends to Mexicali. On these trips, we distribute clothing, food, essentials, toys and candy to all children and people living in poverty in Mexico. Many people living there live in difficult conditions and struggle to provide for their families. My first trip was a life-changing experience because it changed the person I was. I have become an active and extroverted person. I began to appreciate and value the possessions I have at home. Every time I see the children of Mexicali satisfied when they receive a pair of shoes or a piece of sandwich, it makes me happy because I can help them with what I can. Throughout these series of trips, I discovered my passion and my weakness for children. Since Mexicali and where I live are a very long drive away and I can't go there every day, I also volunteer to help children and adults in my community. I have help