I've been to six weddings since I arrived! And I've even taken up surfing! All the volunteers are on a year off before staring college. We didn't know each other before we arrived, but we all get along brilliantly. I feel like. I've made friends for life! This experience had really helped me a lot. It has given me a lot of confidence. I think taking a year off makes you more mature and independent. You grow up so quickly. I'm really looking forward to going back to the States and starting college now!