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　　My six months at Madhu passed quickly,/but they were very important to me/as they gave true meaning/to my life and work.//
　　The work of NGOs like MSF/is helping solve many of the world’s problems,/but there is so much more to do.// It is my hope/that many more Japanese will volunteer for such work,/go and see more of the world,/and begin to have a sense of compassion/for people who need help.// Such volunteers will find/that they get as much as they give.// In my own case,/the experience not only gave direction to my life/but also gave me an opportunity/to think about what it is/to live as a human being.// I plan to join MSF again/and continue working with them/until MSF is no longer necessary.// There are still countless sick and injured people/all over the world.//
　　Crossing the border takes courage/—your family and friends may object—/but if it seems to you the right thing to do,/follow your heart.// You might find yourself in the minority,/but have confidence in yourself/and have the courage/to put your beliefs into action.//