WHOA, my first blog ever, how exciting. Well, I will be in Mombasa, Kenya in a couple months. CRAZY! (read below for more details on my project). It was such a hard decision to make, but I am really glad because I know it is something I really want to do and right now is the perfect time for me to go... except that I will miss Season 4 of The Office! So, I am going to try to make my blogs interesting and not ramble about things no one cares about ...too late. Wait! When I am in Kenya, my blogs will be oh so good, you'll be anxiously awaiting them like you did for the 6th Harry Potter book (or was it 7th?) and NOT like the played-out coverage on pretty pop stars gone bad. UMMM YA. Well, I guess that's it for now! Talk to you soon!
To find out MORE about what I will be doing, scroll down under My Project.
If you are here to make a donation, directions are at the bottom =)
Arriving in US after being evacuated from Kenya in Jan 2008
Contact / Care Packages *Updated
Address: P.O. Box 1124 Kakamega 5o1oo Kenya
FYI:
*It could take up to a month (or more) to arrive
*UNDER-VALUE the contents, as I will have to pay half of the value myself. Don't ask me why, still a mystery to me.
~Sour Patch Kids (I've got my co-worker hooked on them)
~Souveneirs from your hometown (I like to share gifts from different places in the world with my coworkers)
~Photos
~Cheez-its (Reduced Fat or White Cheddar)
~Pirate's Booty
~Seaweed Snacks
These things are not expected, but greatly appreciated!
THANK YOU TO MOM, DAD, MICHAEL, UNCLE HARRY for the carepackages!!! :D
FYI:
*It could take up to a month (or more) to arrive
*UNDER-VALUE the contents, as I will have to pay half of the value myself. Don't ask me why, still a mystery to me.
~Sour Patch Kids (I've got my co-worker hooked on them)
~Souveneirs from your hometown (I like to share gifts from different places in the world with my coworkers)
~Photos
~Cheez-its (Reduced Fat or White Cheddar)
~Pirate's Booty
~Seaweed Snacks
These things are not expected, but greatly appreciated!
THANK YOU TO MOM, DAD, MICHAEL, UNCLE HARRY for the carepackages!!! :D
About Me
- Julia
- Read about me on FSD's website! http://www.fsdinternational.org/about/staff
MY PROJECT (Intern 2007)
I will be arriving in Mombasa, Kenya on October 27 to volunteer with the Foundation for Sustainable Development, a non-profit organization. I will be working at a local organization called Camp David. Camp David promotes sustainable community development by teaching HIV/AIDS prevention and coping skills, providing support groups and healthcare, and encouraging leadership in the fight against AIDS. My internship will emphasize finding sustainable, culturally appropriate solutions to the needs of the community- making sure my impact will last long after I am gone. This is not a vacation, but an opportunity to empower and contribute to a growing program in the local community of Changamwe. I will be living with a family in a home-stay where I will be fully immersed in the culture.
5 comments:
Boolia! Awesome letter and blog! So well written and informative! Can't believe you're really doing what you've wanted to do for so long. You're my hero! hehe.
Julia! It was book 7!! haha looking forward to reading future blogs!
Wow Julia, I am really impressed ! I wish I had your enthusiasm and Carolyn's sense of humor. heh heh. Good luck, and be careful, and I'm looking forward to updates and pictures.
Yay Julia!! Changing the world, one country at a time! Maybe I will start an Office Season 4 blog to keep you up to date in return for all of your hard work, you know....making the world a better place...and stuff. I will miss you dearly, but I am so proud of you!! And believe me, there will be LOTS of lovin' waiting for you when you return! ;)
Great description of your safari adventures. I think you might have a future as a travel writer.
We are so proud of how you are handling yourself--venturing into the unknown.
We love you and miss you.
Mom and Dad.
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