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Melina Orengo

Real and Raw Confession Part 1

Author: Melina Orengo | October 7, 2012 | by archiveworldraceblogs

I knew I was going to grow a lot squad leading, but I had no idea what that was going to look like. The Lord has really used this time to show me how to love...how to cut through all the false … Read more about Real and Raw Confession Part 1

Happenings in the Land of Smiles

Author: Melina Orengo | October 3, 2012 | by archiveworldraceblogs

I apologize for not writing sooner. So much has happened and so quickly, that it has been difficult to process, or even to pick one topic to discuss. I guess I should start by filling you in on … Read more about Happenings in the Land of Smiles

Always Expect the Unexpected

Author: Melina Orengo | September 12, 2012 | by archiveworldraceblogs

Nepal was a very interesting month to say the least. As you read previously, I went on a crazy hiking adventure. The week to follow, my co-leader Joel, almost takes off his thumb trying to kill a … Read more about Always Expect the Unexpected

Mountains, Snakes, and Death Part 2

Author: Melina Orengo | August 22, 2012 | by archiveworldraceblogs

I was so tired after hiking and riding the hottest bus ever, but I was so thankful to lay down in a church and wait for some delicious food to be prepared (this was the night of the hike back down … Read more about Mountains, Snakes, and Death Part 2

Mountains, Snakes, and Death Part 1

Author: Melina Orengo | August 16, 2012 | by archiveworldraceblogs

I was so excited to get to Nepal, especially after being stuck in India for an extra week after the squad left. The airplane ride was glorious, and I got to sit next to the window and watch the … Read more about Mountains, Snakes, and Death Part 1

Love Conquers All

Author: Melina Orengo | July 24, 2012 | by archiveworldraceblogs

Sorry there are no pictures....I was having major internet issues.  Part of my job as a squad leader, is to travel around and spend time with as many teams as possible, in the course of the … Read more about Love Conquers All

Miracles are Happening in India

Author: Melina Orengo | July 15, 2012 | by archiveworldraceblogs

Before I went to bed one night, the thought crossed my mind, that so far everything seemed pretty easy. Some people from the squad were starting to feel the weight of what they had just abandoned … Read more about Miracles are Happening in India

America to India in 55 hours

Author: Melina Orengo | July 11, 2012 | by archiveworldraceblogs

Well...we made it to India! Who knew that it would take 55 hours of travel to get here? I certainly wasn't expecting it to to be that brutal....but rule #1 on the world race....let go of your … Read more about America to India in 55 hours

F is for Falling in Love

Author: Melina Orengo | May 28, 2012 | by archiveworldraceblogs

I have been in Georgia since May 11th. First, to watch Jenny Hill and Jesse Newton tie the knot, and Haley Smith and Blake Nail get married. I love these two couples so much, and it was such a gift to … Read more about F is for Falling in Love

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