Category Archives: HFTD

Elephant Love Project

Posted on June 24, 2019 by bartoszblog

If you know me, you know I am a bit scared of animals. It’s common knowledge. Yet, I often find myself in areas surrounded by monkeys, nearly hyperventilating to view sea life, or now, sticking my hand in the mouth … Continue reading →

Posted in Chiang Mai, Elephant Love Project, Elephant Thailand, Ethical Elephant, Free Bird Cafe, HFTD, Hope for the Day, HopeTravels, Mental Health, Mental Health, Hope for the Day, Self Care, Self expression, Thailand, Travel | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Finding Inspiration at Free Bird Cafe

Posted on June 23, 2019 by bartoszblog

In the past, when I heard the word entrepreneur, I have always imagined someone who craved money to acquire fancy cars, big houses, and loads of toys for personal satisfaction. Lisa Nesser, founder of Thai Freedom House and Free Bird … Continue reading →

Posted in Chiang Mai, Free Bird Cafe, HeartsTravel, HFTD, Hope for the Day, HopeMural, HopeTravels, Mental Health, Mental Health, Hope for the Day, Self Care, Self expression, Street Art, Thai Freedom House, Thailand, Travel, Zero Waste | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Out of Africa – Days of Transition

Posted on June 19, 2019 by bartoszblog

There was a moment in Malawi when I was stuffed in the back of a taxi – when I thought to myself, “I am not going to miss this.” You see, there were five of us in the back seat … Continue reading →

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Girls Network Malawi – Amazing!

Posted on May 15, 2019 by bartoszblog

Just her name makes me happy. Pronounced as “ooh la la,” there is a sense of beauty, appeal, and fun. But, there is more to Ulala than a beautiful name, within her is a beautiful heart, dedicated work ethic, and … Continue reading →

Posted in Africa, Girls Network Malawi, HFTD, Hope for the Day, HopeMural, HopeTravels, Malawi, Mental Health, Mental Health, Hope for the Day, Obama Foundation Fellow, Travel | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 2 Comments

Painting with Respect

Posted on May 9, 2019 by bartoszblog

Malawi is a picturesque country known as the “warm heart of Africa” based on the notably friendly nature of the people and the highly safe environment. While strolling the crowded streets of the Lilongwe, the capital city, greetings by strangers … Continue reading →

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Visiting A Mauritanian Prison

Posted on April 11, 2019 by bartoszblog

Volunteering in a Mauritanian prison sounds foreboding and like something that should incite fear and skepticism. Instead, for seven days of painting, I entered the boys and women’s prisons feeling inspired, eager, and energized by the importance of the work … Continue reading →

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Traveling with Doctors in Mauritania

Posted on April 8, 2019 by bartoszblog

Mauritanian landscapes are breathtaking. During the airplane’s incoming descent, the Atlantic Ocean reveals itself, but unlike most other cities, the Nouakchott coastline stands bare. Instead of typical beachfront properties and busy highways, sand travels as far as the eyes can … Continue reading →

Posted in Africa, HeartsTravel, HFTD, Hope for the Day, HopeTravels, Mauritania, Medical Caravan, Mental Health, Mental Health, Hope for the Day, Origami, Paper for Water, Paperforwater, Poetry, Self Care, Travel | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Finding Art & Smiles on the Alkalha Steps

Posted on March 4, 2019 by bartoszblog

A bleak and brooding vibe filled my first rainy days in Amman. While shuffling quickly through flooding streets, my one pair of boots and socks soaked it all in, squishing water with each step. Stony buildings appeared dark and dusky … Continue reading →

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More Friends Than The Mountains

Posted on February 21, 2019 by bartoszblog

Iraq/Kurdistan was a whirlwind, at times, too much to process. For weeks before arriving, I hiked and strolled through Middle Eastern streets enjoying friends, freedom, and falafel, while Jason worked around the clock to make connections for Hope Travels and … Continue reading →

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Traveling With Friends…

Posted on February 11, 2019 by bartoszblog

There is no way around it, solo travel is inherently self-centered. There is also no way around the fact that traveling with others has the potential for disaster, and the possibility of being miserable for everyone involved. Like all relationships, … Continue reading →

Posted in Beirut, HFTD, Hope for the Day, HopeTravels, Iraq, Kurdistan, Lebanon, Mental Health, Mental Health, Hope for the Day, Self Care, Street Art, Travel, WJHSPantherpride, WJHSPeopleProject | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment