On December 31st, 2014 I posted about the top 5 intentions that I would take into 2015. Apparently it's already MAY (When the heck did that happen!!!!) and I thought it would be good to revisit them and see how I am "performing". My 5 intentions for 2015 were… In 2015 I plan to: 1. Post articles 3 times a week. 2. Post everyday in January as a personal goal 3. Become … [Read more...]
Botswana
Hello from Botswana! I am posting this here just incase you missed it! A short video montage of my first two months in Botswana as a trainee. From the last night in America, to the airport, staging, and pre-service training, and swearing in, it's all here! Are you interested in seeing other videos of Botswana? If so tell more in the comments or you can also use the contact … [Read more...]
Traditional Dance Botswana
This photo is from back in September. One lazy saturday morning after recuperating from PST sessions and a failed internet date at the local library, another volunteer and I went for a walk around Serowe and stumbled upon this traditional dance festival. Traditional dance in Botswana is so engaging to watch. It seriously gives me goosebumps! We were so happy! I for one was … [Read more...]
Botswana First Impressions
Due-me-la! The formal greeting here in Botswana for "hello". It's been 5 weeks and believe me when I say it has been a whirlwind! First Impressions: 1. The weather is very dry and hot. But it gets cold at night as they are still in the winter season. And by cold I mean New England bone chilling cold. 2. Walking in sand is only fun on the beach. Everyday arriving to … [Read more...]
Peace Corps Botswana
Yup….this has been a long time coming for reals! If you're been reading this blog for some time now, then you probably already know about my Peace Corps application. You can check my timeline, I won't recount it here. In April 3 days before leaving for Semana Santa vacation I received my invitation email from the placement office. BOTSWANA I will be leaving in August to … [Read more...]