Upon arriving in Merida, I was initially very nervous about the language barrier and how I would be able to provide help to the people at the food bank if I could not communicate with them well. I was anxious about the communication - I lacked Spanish skills and would not be able to voice my opinions and concerns in ways that the others could. The food bank was looking for volunteers to address their issues, helping the five departments come together and combat these issues efficiently. I knew that I would not be much help in this department and I began to question my position at the food bank. I did not have the abilities that the food bank desired whereas other volunteers seemed to fulfill these wishes perfectly. "Turning Enemies into Friends" by Sharon Eubank expands on the meaning of humanitarian experiences and what we, as volunteers, provide during these experiences. As I thought about the words shared by Eubank, my view of the food bank and my role there began to cha