I know what you are thinking! Where have you been Tamara? Haha yes! I know I haven't posted in quite some time but for a good reason. I've been busy! So much to the point that I absolutely hate the word "BUSY" now! I'm busy...#gross...*puke* Well a few of my Peace Corps projects are actually growing legs. I feel like I start a new one every week! I am working with our … [Read more...]
Notes from the field #4
*Notes From The Field are weekly blog summaries of life in Botswana as a Peace Corps Volunteer. They are written and published on Sundays. October 5th, 2015 I know I know! I'm like two weeks late. But with good reason! Let's get into it! From September 14 to the 19 I was in the capital city of Gaborone for Peace Corps Committee meetings. As the secretary … [Read more...]
Notes From The Field #3
*Notes From The Field are weekly blog summaries of life in Botswana as a Peace Corps Volunteer. They are written and published on Sundays. September 15th, 2015 The notes from the field for last week are a little late but for a good reason. I guess you'll find out why this coming Sunday :) Last week was a bit difficult if I must be honest. I was having problems at … [Read more...]
Elephant Sands
Hi guys, I wanted to share a video of my trip to Elephant Sands. It's a restaurant and lodge in Nata, a small village in northern Botswana. It is truly amazing to be in an environment and country where animals roams freely at their will. My previous experience with elephants have been in zoos or watching them at the circus. If you should ever get the chance to do a game … [Read more...]
Notes From The Field #2
*Notes From The Field are weekly blog summaries of life in Botswana as a Peace Corps Volunteer. They are written and published on Sundays. Notes from the field #2 Monday- August 31st, 2015 What is it about Monday's? At the beginning of the week shouldn't your productivity level be at an all time high? This morning started with the normal routine. However … [Read more...]
Notes from the field #1
Notes from the field #1 Monday - August 24th 2015 I woke up at 6 today and got out the bed at 6:20 a.m. Actually I woke up at 3:37 a.m. and don’t really know when I fell asleep again. Must have been nerves. Thinking about all the elements coming together for my first ever 3-day workshop. I’ve been planning it for the past four weeks and yes I’ll admit I am an over … [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...]
Ask Me Anything
Dumelang! Yesterday I received a question on Instagram and decided it would be best to answer it here for others wondering the same thing! Evilqueenkimba wanted to know about natural hair in the Peace Corps, see her question below! First things first...how do I maintain a healthy regimen with limited access to water? Well Kimba, let me be honest with you. My Peace … [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...]