Friday, June 25, 2010

INTRODUCTIONS, INSTRUCTIONS, INNOCULATIONS


For the last two weeks we've been vacationing in very pleasant weather, enjoying time with family and friends, and not been thinking about the Peace Corps (much). The accompanying photo, taken during our travels, seems appropriate as we begin our service/adventure.
Today, we became Peace Corps trainees. There are 39 in our group; four of us from Washington State, ten of "senior" status, and six who are returned PCVs. A diverse group of enthusiastic, dedicated volunteers.
Tomorrow we fly out of Atlanta at 7:30 p.m., land in Jo'burg at 5 p.m Sunday, sleep at the airport hotel, fly to Manzini at 7 the next morning, and then are bused to our training site. Our training site is in Piggs Peak in the northwest section of the country at about 6,000 feet and we will start living with our host family July 1st. So our training begins--and this is a reminder that you might not hear from us for the next 75 days or so. We'll be in intensive training and who knows when we'll next be able to write a blog or have anything that requires electricity. If all goes well, we will be sworn in as volunteers on August 24th. We are excited about starting our new adventure and appreciate all your prayers and support.

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  1. Hi you two. It is 11:30pm and just finished our 3rd game of marbles with Tami and Jeff. We have been talking about you all day as to what you are doing and so forth. You have left a big void in our lives but are so happy for the two of you and know you will do a great job. Just know we have you in our prayers and how special you both are to us. Have a safe journey. Much love, Sue and Len

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