Born and raised in Wisconsin with a quick stint in California after high school, I recently graduated from the University of Minnesota with a degree in Strategic Communications. I currently work at the Minneapolis advertising agency, Carmichael Lynch, and am enjoying learning a ridiculous amount outside of the classroom.
My interest in Healing Haiti started with my friend Kristina, who took her first trip to Haiti in January, 2011. Through social media, I was able to keep tabs on her experiences via her blog and her photos, and what I saw and read touched my heart. Though I've always known that there are many people in desperate need all over the world, it never truly registered with me that I could really do something to change the lives of those who haven't been blessed with things that I take for granted everyday. The joy that Kristina described in the Haitian children's faces from something as simple as clean water or a hug made me feel incredibly grateful for what I have, and it made me want to meet and give back to these people who stay so positive with what little they have. I'm thrilled to be part of this trip, and I know that I will come out of it with a stronger spirit and appreciation for life.
Dear Anne Marie Rooney,
ReplyDeleteYou are a beautiful person with a loving heart. I found it wonderful that you helped those in need in Haiti. I too would like to help those in need throughout the world after I finish schooling. I found your thoughts and collections to be touching. You are curious about where life will take you and who will see the lovely you...well here is a Toast to the Beautiful and Lovely Anne Marie Rooney and your present and future Successes...Cheers! (Gulp)
Yours truly,
Daniel M.