Bridge to Pre-Service Training

Happy 4th!! It is my final day of orientation and tomorrow morning my group of 30+ trainees and I will catch our last glimpse of America - for many of us who do not plan to return to the States during service it will be the last time for two years. Our orientations have been informative, but I find myself wanting to stop "talking" about Cape Verde in order to just GET THERE to experience it!

From what I hear, the country has a vibrant culture with colorful surroundings, welcoming people and beautiful beaches. On the other hand, there is extreme poverty, lack of education, alchoholism and other issues that prompt Peace Corps involvement. Yet despite it's pros and cons (as every country has), I have taken it upon myself to believe that this country is one of the best places that Peace Corps could have assigned to me (a little biased, maybe, but I'm entitled, right?) =)

The next time I will be able to get Internet access will probably not be until I get to Africa in a couple days, so I will log on as soon as I can. If you don't hear from me for a while just assume I am adjusting to my new environment.

Anyhow, the breaks today are short and I need to get back to orientation. I hope everyone back home has a great 4th of July and know I love you...(happy omen/spears day baby!!)...

xo.