Published: June 17th 2008May 28th 2008
In the last week of my Peace Corps Volunteer experience in Benin, I realize I have not yet posted these photos. I might even have some more later...
I went exploring in the ruins of Athieme. I went the first time randomly, and without the camera. The second time I went, someone warned me that snakes like to hang out in ruins, so the dogs accompanied. I was assuming a snake would find the dogs before me.
The other photos are of things dear to me- mangoes and small children.
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I began this blog as a recent graduate of Benedictine College, and traveled to Benin, Africa with the Peace Corps. I was there for 27 months, and enjoyed sharing everything I did there with friends and family at home. Whatever I say within these blogs speaks for my life in Benin, and does not have any connection whatsoever with the views of the United States Peace Corps itself.
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Present day Benin was the site of Dahomey, a prominent West African kingdom that rose in the 15th century. The territory became a French Colony in 1872 and achieved independence on 1 August 1960, as the Republic of Benin. A succession of military gov...more info
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ruins of athieme
This series of pictures is of three homes right next to each other. They are all in ruins, and mostly falling into the river. I walked as much around as I could, and some in after the dogs had done a snake/rat/other animal inspection, and appreciated the architecture. These buildings, now hidden in corn fields and tall grass, would have been built in the early 1900 by the French.
athieme ruins
Imagine these trees everywhere. This is another very small remaining section of the forest that once covered the river valley.
My Friends
This is the good picture. I like how Zidane, the boy, is looking at me like I am respectable.
My True Friends
This is what we really look like.
Mangoes
More mangoes from Mathurin's tree. Yup, eating so many mangoes can add to the thighs.
These are Apples
Just kidding. More mangoes.
Growing Dinosaurs
Just another hot and boring afternoon became magical with Nancy's excellent gift of dinosaur capsules. Even Grandma liked it.
Dinos
These three are spoiled rotten in a good way. The oldest girl and I later fought out dinosaurs. Fortunately they are only made of sponges.
The Twins
These twin boys were both born feet first. That gives them the names of 'Agossou' and 'Agossa.' I got to hold twins! And of course the mother and father wished me such a blessing, as well.
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Date: 10th July 2008
Hey, always good to hear and read the occasional updates from you! Where are you off to next?
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Hey, always good to hear and read the occasional updates from you! Where are you off to next?
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quelles jolies photos
have so enjoyed this travelblog during your time in Benin - merci! vraiment tu es une inspiration. bon retour! Christina
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