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Thursday was the day the BRAIN program and I would begin our trip. BRAIN, a program I joined in high school, stood for Bio-statistics and Research Awareness Network. This was a team of African American students who wanted to learn and push boundaries. We were encouraged to think in ways we hadn’t before. We were traveling to expand our knowledge, experience a new culture, and have the honor to represent BRAIN at a Ferguson 1000 event. We got on the road and began a journey to St. Louis. This was our destination, we were excited to indulge in it. Upon arrival, we checked into a hotel and prepared for a fulfilling day ahead. Jeff Hoffman, a great entrepreneur and friend, announced amazing news; he arranged for us to meet Ray Lewis, a Baltimore Ravens football player. When Ray arrived, he explained how he rose to the top. He told us he gained success on the field through practice; he “studied the game,” the different plays, his opponents weaknesses, and skill sets that brought him victory. This taught me the significance of knowledge; the more you know, the more equipped you are and the better you perform. Afterwards, we entered the Ferguson 1000 event. In attendance were inventors and entrepreneurs that aimed for success. The ceremony showcased the history of hardship in Ferguson and how they planned to improve these circumstances. It featured key speakers, Jeff Hoffman and Ray Lewis. They explained the stepping stones essential in their life that helped them reach their goals. The ceremony ended by bringing light back to Ferguson 1000 and the community of St.Louis and how far the movement has come. Overall, the experience truly opened my eyes to the importance of travel. There’s lots you can learn, many ways to get involved and make a difference, even if it just means speaking out about an issue. Movements start with individuals and success comes from determination. I appreciate this experience and all it has taught me, it sparked my interest for travel. I saw how much you can learn from one trip, and knowledge you can gain. It was well worth it; I was able to experience the movement that was happening in St. Louis. Also, I got to meet a passionate football player, named Ray Lewis. He taught me the true power of knowledge and how it lead him to greatness. Even though these two names were similar, they each had individual significance in my life. They served as two different yet valuable lessons and left an incredible, lasting impact on my life.