Things are... going well. I still like it here A LOT. I am currently teaching computer classes. The background knowledge of my students varies, from being able to access the internet to not knowing how to turn on the computer. And their ages are from 15-40. Of course the younger ones know all about the computer! Who would have thought I would have come all the way into the Peace Corps to Africa to teach about computers!!! Don't worry there will be more opportunities to come.
Frog Update
Haven't seen one. Until today- A loud toad is in the office behind the file cabinet as I am typing this blog. Less than 5 feet away. But, I must continue this must needed update. I will just put my feet up, not look down, and keep typing. "I THINK I CAN. I THINK I CAN."
Mail Update
Still waiting...*Hint *Hint
Food Update
Still cooking veggies. Mmmmh-Mmmmh!
Bike Update
I fell off already. I think I am the first volunteer in my group to bite it. I did it gracefully, on my way home, in front of a gang of people! I was coming home from a day of shopping. I kind of over judged my turn into my driveway- or grass/yard. And I went left and my bike went right. All the people just looked at me. No one said "Bambi" (sorry in Lusoga) or tried to help me up. So I got up and told them I was ok. I had to laugh at myself. I survived with only a scrape on my elbow. I told all my fellow PCV's that I would fall off 1st. And I did. A few others have fallen behind me so, I am told. They may have told me that just to be nice. I will take it either way.
This fall was a far cry from The Fall of 1989. The Place- Ford Gates Drive. The Occasion- Mean Big Brothers. I was riding my bike down the street when I waved to my brother who was across the street on the porch of our house. He waved to me and threw a paper airplane. Somehow my brother's plane defied all aeronautic scientific principles of a "paper airplane" and made the flight all the way from the porch, over the yard, across the street all to land in my eye. I fell off my bike and scraped my knee and elbow. I went crying to my mom and he went running. I still have both scars today. But, I am still here. That experience alone gave the courage to fall of a bike with grace and finesse. Thanks Mike.
Other than that- Things are good. I will share more later. Somehow I don't like writing too much. So, I am doing my best here to share what I can when I can. Hugs and Kisses!
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Well sweetie, I am so glad you are doing well and learning to tolerate the frogs, toads. Keep your feet and chin up; you have come a long baby. I know the boys always teased you and one day I will punish them more severely. smile. Thank God that you are beginning to work with the people that God has sent you to help. I am sure they are all excited about learning new things. Keep up the good work, and good attitude and God will continue to bless you. About the bike, well it takes practice, stick with it. How is the house decoration coming? Have you seen your homestay family lately? Thanksgiving is on the way and we home you will have a blessed one and many blessings continue to come your way. I love you and miss you and I am continuing to pray for you. Everyone is doing ok. Take care of yourself and we will talk to you via phone in a day or so. I have to go now I have to work on a sermon, I have to preach Sunday. It seems as though I am preaching every weekend. But that is ok, I love spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ. A word of encouragement is "Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart; I appointed you as a prophet to the nations." Jer. 1:5 Renee God has ordained you for this purpose. God has santified and ordained you to be God's voice to the Uganda People. It took courage and a willingness to listen to the cues God gave you. But you did, so have no fear take comfort in knowing that God is always with you.
love you so much,
Mom
Oli otya. You cannot be serious about your wishlist, are you? Have you ever heard of a place called Jinja? You can get Laughing Cow for 1300/= and you can by Tang for 7000/=. Spices can also be found here, somehow. Especially pepper. While there maybe you should buy Gulere's dictionary. Something to think about. Tunawyanga.
Hey Quita!! I am so sorry that I have been such a slacker in keeping in touch - I will update you later as to why that is. :-/ It sounds like you are loving it over there and I really hope that it continues in that fashion. I laughed out loud repeatedly while reading your stories about the bike, especially since that what I keep asking Brandon for for Christmas!! Coincidence, huh? ;) Well...I'm at school, so I suppose I should be doing some work. Blah... I hope you have a FANTASTIC week and things continue to be surprisingly good for you over there. We miss you and love you!! ~ Megan
Hi Na Na,
Read my blog posted under your October's blog.
See You,
Well written article.
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