During the first expedition, I learned that it’s important to give a hand. For example, I was trying to climb over a huge log; my friend saw me struggling because I had a 100lbs backpack on my back and we had been hiking for hours. So he stretched out his hand towards me and asked, “Do you need help?” I knew he had been struggling too, but he still gave me a hand and helped me climb over the log and overcome the challenge. That moment I learned that teamwork is essential to becoming a family. Not only did I learn a huge lesson about teamwork, but I also learned about myself and what I am capable of. My favorite part of the first expedition was when we hiked to the top of Eagle Peak. Getting to the top was challenging, but when we arrived at the summit, the view was really, really, really beautiful and I felt like I was on top of the world. Like I could accomplish everything I set my mind to. I am strong. I will never again doubt myself.