Taryn and I met in the summer of 2005. We were both students at The Washington Center taking a two week seminar on the Palestinian/Israeli conflict. This was Taryns first exposure to the conflict and this is what would lead her to do what she is doing today.
Taryn and I grew a lasting bond in those two weeks. We were pretty much inseparable as we laughed and cried and fought with our classmates. She is truly an amazing person. We traveled to Egypt together in the summer of 06, which then made her want to take learning Arabic seriously…and so she did.
I’m writing this post because my dear friend Taryn has just left for Palestine. She will be staying in Nablus for 2 months volunteering in refugee camps. She has started a blog not only to talk about her trip but to get the word out. To Taryn, helping the refugees learn English and computer skills is only part of the purpose. Her goal is to provide an outlet that gives people a real look into what everyday life is like for these people.
I love this girl more then I can say and I ask that each and every one of you keeps her in your prayers. She is doing remarkable things and it’s truly an inspiration to myself and many others.
I have attached the link to her blog, I have a feeling you all will really enjoy it. Please get the word out and pass this link onto others.
http://finablus.wordpress.com/
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