EIL Intercultural Learning

I spent a total of two months at Leades House.  I had some expectations and the program exceeded all of them!  Leades House has a welcoming community of farmers, locals, and animals.  It is a very hands on place.  If you want to try something, Colin, the coordinator, will make sure you get a chance.  For example, I wanted to milk a cow, and I got to try on my first day!  You can take on as much responsibility on the farm as you would like.  I will always remember my experience in Ireland.  I learned a lot about myself; I learned I can do pretty much anything if I put my mind and body to it.  Farming is tough, really tough!  You have to be willing to get dirty and try new things or you will miss out on incredible experiences that you can get nowhere else.  I will keep my days at Leades House very close to my heart.  I met so many wonderful people from all over the world.  You bond through farming and hard work.  I recommend this experience to anyone who is looking for something different.

Anna