I had the chance to go on Labre along with the rest of the Epsilon Class. It was an awesome time; the people we met and the homes we saw made it a definite eye opener. I have always seen the "homeless" and have given them money when I can but this was a completely different experience. I talked to and interacted with these people, and you find a new found respect for people who can manage in such harsh conditions. I think the one couple that really got me and the rest of the class to realize how much harder life is was a couple that lived out in the woods. They had a whole campsite that looked like they put a lot of work into it. The family had a tire swing for the kids, a tent, and a fire pit. The only problem was that their camp was burned down by someone a week ago. As a result, they have been living in a tent about 200 feet from their original camp. They were not home so we couldn't talk to them, but we did leave food for them at their camp. The reason it was so mind-blowing was because they have three children! The children live with their grandmother and go to visit their parents whenever they can. Could you imagine your parents being homeless? I didn't know what to say. It was an interesting experience and I am glad I had the chance to go alongside my brothers. This really gave us a chance to bond and better know one another. I would gladly go back on Labre!
Reflection by Rich Mazzola '13
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