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Emotional Rollercoaster
Today was a day of extremes. Our low points unfortunately overshadowed the high. This morning we set out to find the Arabic school we plan on going to. Map in hand, we ventured out onto the streets of Damascus with … Continue reading
On the Road Again
Leaving behind the idyllic village of Goreme in Turkey, we were finally motivated to pull ourselves away when we spent all of the money we had budgeted. It was a bit sad to leave but we knew it was time … Continue reading
The Troubles of Giving
1.8 million. That is the number of people that die each year from diarrhea illnesses according to the World Health Organization. Most cases of diarrhea are caused by consuming contaminated water. The people need clean water and we happen to … Continue reading
Gotta love Political Upheaval
Ah yes, the scent of revolution is in the air. Just after I purchased tickets to leave for Manila first thing tomorrow morning, I heard that there will be huge protests calling for the resignation of the president Gloria Macapagal … Continue reading
Thinking of the Future
At this point in time, we are still unsure of what lies ahead once we finish our time here in the Philippines. Bobby has thought more about graduate school and programs and it seems that he will be taking a … Continue reading
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Tagged Bobby, language, Middle East, Peace Corps, Philippines, school
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Home, Home on the Range!!!
So this past Sunday I finally found a place that I would LOVE to call home. Jenny had rented a house for her family during the two weeks or so that they would be staying in France that was just … Continue reading
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Tagged art, Bobby, development, dinner, eat, family, France, French, friend, home, kids, love, lovely, Philippines, school, snow, Switzerland
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Chambèry Part 2
Today I got a text from Bobby describing some of the frustrations he is feeling now. It has been increasingly difficult for him since I left. He mentions some of his difficulties in his bloghttp://www.cousinbobby.blogspot.com. . I am sure that … Continue reading
First Day of School
I just had a lovely visit with Chantal and Ange. They drove from Genoa in Italy, through the Alps and over to Chambèry. It was wonderful to get to catch up since it has been a long time since I … Continue reading
Chambery
Today is my first full day in Chambery. I have been speaking more French in the past two days than I probably ever have in my life. I haven’t really tried speaking English yet but I don’t really want to, … Continue reading
C’est L’amour
Tomorrow I am on my way back to Paris and one step closer to getting back to the Philippines. I am looking forward to my time in France since it will be for my best friend Jenny’s wedding. She met … Continue reading