Category Archives: WJHSPeopleProject

Getting to Know Mauritania

Posted on April 4, 2019 by bartoszblog

I arrived in Namibia yesterday, feeling anxious to spend the next few days writing about my time in Mauritania. Each morning, noon, and night during my visit was filled with activity. So much that it was hard to effectively process … Continue reading →

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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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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

“It Takes A Village” – An Active View From Yemin Orde

Posted on January 16, 2019 by bartoszblog

For 25 years, I have sought an elusive magic wand that would transform education, building deep bridges to the world beyond school doors. From day one, it has often felt like a quest beyond the reach of schools everywhere…two steps … Continue reading →

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Hearts Travel Where Hope Travels

Posted on November 28, 2018 by bartoszblog

It’s December! The hustle of the holidays makes this a whirlwind month. I think of how many holiday gifts I have wrapped in my lifetime and how much time I have spent finding just the right presents, while often succumbing … Continue reading →

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