Rich- it sounds like a truly life changing experience and I'm so impressed! I have some friends who have been in the Peace corps and completely agree with the ideas you just stated... you all do have a connection, something that the rest of us may not experience. Remember we're proud of you and can't wait to have you back in the US!
A veteran already? As much as we're learned I don't think we can really talk about knowing Morocco until we're lived a full summer here. Do we get "I survived summer in Morocco" Tshirts for the end of Ramadan this year? Can you take this up with VAC?
You're growing up! Hey Rich - having known you as a freshman in college, it's pretty great to see how much you've grown up, and how self-aware you are, even at 24! I love reading your blog and seeing your experiences through your eyes, and I think it's fantastic that the blog really allows you to explore the ways in which you are growing because of your experiences. It shows that you're not taking anything for granted. Keep learning and absorbing - and definitely keep writing!!!
Greetings Wow Rich, it sounds like you are having a crazy amazing experience. And the places you're seeing!-WOW. It sounds like quite a journey. I hope you had a great Christmas and New Years. Keep up the great updates on your travelblog!
~Furbs (only you!)
Happy New Year. We have been reading all of your entries. We miss you, but are glad to hear you are adapting. Enjoy - it is something you will most likely never do again. Ryan says, "Damon went to the Yankees. I think Jeter is going to come to the Red Sox. I miss you."
Take Care.
Happy New Year, Dickie! It sounds like you're having an amazing time. Maybe I should come visit you before I find myself gainfully employed again. Your pictures are wonderful. Here's to an amazing year ahead of you filled with fantastic adventures.
right on target You have nothing to worry about Rich, as long as you are happy and making other people happy you are doing good work! I'm glad to see you are adapting to the Moroccan sense of time, I am having a lot of fun in Kelaa just taking things slow and drinking lots of tea.
WOW! Rich - Awesome! Congratulations on coming to the end of your training and best of luck as you head into the real deal. Cottilion wasn't the same without you (tho still a good time)!
Dave
Nothing to Lose ... Rich -
Do give the fasting expereience a try. It is easier than you might think (unless you've foolishly taken up smoking), and it is something that those about you will deeply appreciate and respect.
All Moslem countries undergo perturbations during Ramadan, but the schedule operating in Morocco differs markedly from that in Malaysia and other places. if nothing else, the food for the evening meal is better than usual.
Glkad things are going so well for you. That deep and abiding love for anthropology becomes ever more manifest.
Be well,
Doug
I am a 25 year old Peace Corps volunteer currently serving in Morocco. As a member of Peace Corps' Youth Development Sector, I am working in a Dar Chebab(House of Youth) teaching English and trying to help the locals create sustainable community programs for young Moroccan boys and girls. This blog is intended to share my Peace Corps experience with my friends and family back home and around the world. Enjoy!
(Also, check out Heather Jasper's blog, a friend of mine also currently serving in Peace Corps Morocco!)
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Rich- it sounds like a truly life changing experience and I'm so impressed! I have some friends who have been in the Peace corps and completely agree with the ideas you just stated... you all do have a connection, something that the rest of us may not experience. Remember we're proud of you and can't wait to have you back in the US!