First post

As I am finally sending out the link to this blog, I figured I should post something so that there is something to look at. I plan on updating this when possible and to post some pictures on this site. I also have an email list to send updates and will do so periodically. You can subscribe to this blog as well so that you are notified when updates are made.


I leave in 5 days for staging in Philadelphia and next Wednesday I will be on a plane flying to Uganda. I have spent the last 2 weeks getting things together and packing and repacking my luggage. With 2 checked bags and 79.9 lbs (80lbs are allowed!!) I am feeling ready and anxious to go.

Packing for an extended period of time is an interesting task as it makes you question what exactly you need to live. Some items in my luggage include a solar-powered battery charger, duct tape, bungee chords, 3 skirts, 4 pairs of shoes, and a headlamp. Did I pack the right things? Since I don't know exactly where I will be, how I will be living or what I will be doing, I can only hope. If not, I'm sure I will survive nonetheless.



Below is all the luggage I am taking... two to check-in and two to carry-on. I think I can carry all of it myself, which is a good thing.






































For those wondering about Uganda, here are a few websites to look at regarding the country.

Peace Corps. Uganda

Wikipedia, Uganda

CIA, The World Factbook, Uganda

Uganda, tourist site



Feel free to leave comments, email me, etc. I look forward to hearing from you.