Hello! I’m Michelle.
I’m graduating from Computer Science at the University of Waterloo in April. The last few years I’ve been doing school and work and spending a lot of time typing in front of a computer. I’ve also been able to make some really good friends (family, even), work with people who taught me most of what I know (and what not to do) and be involved in some cool conferences, clubs and groups of people. I’ve learned that you can’t just ignore your problems and that hard things are often worth doing. I’d like to say I’ve grown up, but I’m sure I’ve got quite a ways to go.
I like stories, people-watching, thinking. I like people, though sometimes I forget it. I enjoy a good cup of coffee, piece of cake or slice of pizza. I’m trying to learn about the world and not let my pride get in the way. I like baking and cooking, though I’m known to put too much pepper and not enough salt. I often have to tell myself that I can’t walk around with headphones in and music playing all day. I’m no good under pressure, but give me some time and I might be able to figure things out.
I’m going on the World Race because I want to see the world. I want to learn from people and cultures. I want to see beyond what I know. I want to expand my view. I’m going on the World Race because I want to grow my faith in God. I’ve felt God put his creation and his desire for the world on my heart, even if just in a small way. I want to follow that. I want to let God use me in new ways, so I can grow closer to him. I’m going on the World Race because I want to get out of my comfort zone. I want to think of myself less. I want my first world problems and my selfish desires to become less. I’m going on the World Race because I want to give something to someone else. I’m not naive here, I know it’s only a month in each place, I know there’s so much I don’t know and can’t do. But, I want to start somewhere.
