This week, I discovered the joys of having four daughters. Today, I realized why I never really wanted children. When I first got to Mboi’y, I told myself that I would like to start a club for girls, a place Learn More …

Most of my blog posts are about my emotions, people I interact with, and basically everything other than my work. So, what am I working on? Truth be told, I’m not satisfied with where I am because of who I Learn More …

I’ve received quite a few emails regarding my living conditions in Paraguay. People are baffled by the idiosyncrasies, the clashes of modernity and—how shall I say?—the rustic charm of a developing nation. Hopefully, I can clear the confusion. WHY IS Learn More …

My morning started more or less like normal. It was rainy and cold, so I didn’t want to get out of bed. I managed to, however, and made myself some oatmeal and coffee, then sat around like a zombie until Learn More …

If anyone ever tells you that the Peace Corps is an emotional rollercoaster, they aren’t lying. Just this week I’ve gone from loving my job to wanting to book a ticket home. There are little annoyances, like almost getting ripped Learn More …

This session is all about housing, food, and why I don’t need to change my American perspective just this once… Let me begin by saying that my sister and brother-in-law (along with every other member of my family) has done Learn More …

SWEARING-IN WEEKEND So you bust your butt for about three months in preparation to become a volunteer. You would think that they swearing-in process would be monumental, right? The event didn’t live up to the hype. Fortunately, the events before Learn More …