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I am a sixteen-year-old student in grade ten at Centennial C.V.I. I was born in Kitchener, but I have lived in Guelph for ten years. During these ten years, I have gotten involved with the many opportunities that Guelph has to offer. I was a member of Guelph Youth Singers (GYS) for six years, and with GYS I toured across Canada and the States. I have played on a competitive volleyball team for two years and my love for the sport continues to grow. I am a huge bookworm, and I believe that anything is possible if you set your mind to it. I love science because of the challenges it presents. I love to run, I love bananas and I love working with children. I am Natalie Sloof. |
The Fear of Fear
Posted by Natalie in Natalie on 07. Sep, 2010 | 2 Comments
I recently met a woman who gave me a lot to think about. Probably more than she realizes. I met her completely by accident, and talked to her for no more than 5 minutes. But ever since meeting her, I have come to change my attitude towards trying new things. It’s not a huge change, [...]
Out of Sight, But Not Out of Mind
Posted by Natalie in Natalie on 19. May, 2010 | 2 Comments
Its hard to believe that there’s only one month left of classes. And with the break from school comes a break from the Reach Lesotho coursework. Its not as though the coursework has been overly demanding or stressful, but its always good to get some time to refresh, recharge and get ready for the new school year. (Keep reading..)
Olympics: Unite a Country, Divide the World
Posted by Natalie in Natalie on 08. Mar, 2010 | 3 Comments
“Sometimes, I wonder what it would take for the world to unite as one. I recently had this discussion with my history teacher, who proclaimed quite seriously that he thought it would take an alien invasion. So, while we wait for the aliens to drop in, I think we should all strive to think of ourselves not as Canadians, or Kenyans, or Russians, but as people of the world.” (Full article)
Perseverance
Posted by Student Reach International in Natalie on 01. Dec, 2009 | 0 Comments
Dictionary definition: steady persistence in a course of action, a purpose, a state, etc., especially in spite of difficulties, obstacles or discouragement.
Well, I think its safe to say that perseverance was a key ingredient in our event. There were setbacks, stumbling blocks, and plenty of hinderances, but we got through it! Thinking [...]
