You do actually work, right?
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 …
Idiosyncrasies…
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 …
When Someone Dies, Life Stops
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 …
The Least Fun Rollercoast Ever
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 …
I Thought I Was Being Superficial, Then I Realized I Was Being Progressive
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 …
I’m Officially a Volunteer!
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 …
Prejudice, Semana Santa, and Other Happenings
Today someone called me ugly to my face. It was in Spanish with a Guarani accent but it was unmistakably “feo.” Now, my initial response was to be a smart ass, then I remembered that I was a guest in Learn More …