Creating a mastermind group! I’ve been all talk and no solid actions for awhile when I think about the transitions that I want to make with this blog. What started out as a platform to share my travel journey, travel advice and natural hair has grown into so much more. My interests have changed as much as my jobs in the past four years of blogging and it is time this site … [Read more...]
One year in Botswana
Yesterday marked one year in Botswana with Peace Corps. Let me tell you it hasn't been easy at all. There were days when I didn't think I would last the rest of the week. Peace Corps is hard but not in the ways that I imagined. I've never questioned the American portrayal on race relations so much. Nor ponder the unseen dangers of international development in a developing … [Read more...]
Local Government Capacity Builder
A Day in the Life... Sweat dripped down my back as I clutched my minute book and walked across the street to the government clinic. It was only 8am but the glorious morning sun was beaming and in full effect. The walk from Moloadi's office to the clinic always takes about 5 minutes. Unless someone stops me on the way to chat adding more time to the journey. Today I was lucky … [Read more...]
A Tapered Cut
If you follow me on instagram you may have known that I left Botswana for a few weeks to return to America. My mom wasn't well and it was imperative that I return to spend time with her. I am happy to report that she is much better. She returned to work while I was home and never have I seen someone be surrounded by so much love! I drove her to work while I was back and the … [Read more...]
Black American Peace Corps Volunteers
Happy July 1st amigos! July is my favorite month because for starters it's my birth month and who doesn't love celebrating the 4th of July! This year this month is really special because of the launch of a new ebook! If you've been following this blog since the beginning way back in 2011 you know I love doing interviews! And of course nothing has changed in the last 4 years … [Read more...]
Check List
Recently I've rekindled my love of creating....anything. And that coupled with me missing teaching and putting together fancy worksheets for class led to new endeavors! One of which you've already seen here :) But I have so much more in store! (that rhymed hehe) Coming soon is a new printable check list to use while packing. It can be used in conjunction with the PDF. But … [Read more...]
Packing for Peace Corps
Well HELLO! Long time no chat! Seriously though now that my Black History & Beyond series is over (for now...let's call it version 1.0)I must get back into offering my advice and stories of PCV life based on my own experiences. One of the most nerve wrecking parts of the journey was packing. Yes it still gives me shudders to think about that awful time 9 months (wow! … [Read more...]
English Opens Doors
Hey guys! I want to introduce to my amiga Christine! I am so happy to finally have the chance to share her with all of you :) Visionary, inspiring, and fellow Jamerican (Jamaican American haha) are a few words I would use to describe her. We met in Boston back in 2009 while pursuing our graduate studies. I'm excited for her to talk about her experience with the English Opens … [Read more...]
Penn State to Morocco
1. Please introduce yourself My name is Daviyion Johnson and I am a currently serving volunteer in Morocco with Peace Corps. Prior to this I worked at Penn State University in residence life. I have my BA in Interpersonal Communications and MA in Student Affairs and Higher Education. 2. What sparked your interest in joining the Peace Corps? … [Read more...]
Life in Belize
For those readers that are considering joining Peace Corps after completing a Master's degree, Sameera would be a great contact for you! Read on to hear about her life in Belize! 1. Please introduce yourself. I’m Sameera, I’m 25 years old and I love travel. I was born in New Orleans, Louisiana to an African American mother and a Somali immigrant father. Since I was very … [Read more...]