Magical Marrakech and the beauty of Jamaa el Fna or ساحة جامع الفناء! (Plus, a wet and wild reunion!!!) June 20th 2013 Magical Marrakech and a wild reunion
It has long been said, that Peace Corps would be the toughest job you will ever love. Little did we know six months ago, before we began our journey/adventure, that we would be sent, for ten days, to one of the top ten destinations in the world, to hang out with the like-minded souls. They are people that we have come to know and love. They are also the ... read more
Africa » Morocco » Marrakech-Tensift-El Haouz » Marrakech In 788, about a century after the Arab conquest of North Africa, successive Moorish dynasties began to rule in Morocco. In the 16th century, the Sa'adi monarchy, particularly under Ahmad AL-MANSUR (1578-1603), repelled foreign invaders and inaugurate... ... read more
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Making our long-time dream of foreign service become a reality, we sold our house and cars, closed our law practice and said a loving goodbye to family and friends. We began our trek with the Peace Corps in January 2013, in the Kingdom of Morocco, with enthusiasm and honor. For those of you who follow along, we will do our best to help you experience our new adventure with us.
P.S. Our 2012 blog entries relate to our 2 month trip to Cen... full info