Without a doubt, the people I've met here in Namibia have been the most memorable part of my time with the Peace Corps. Rather than...

Six months in Namibia has already taught me so much—about myself, how to tackle big projects one small step at a time, and the power of...

I know, I know—it’s been a while since I posted, but I definitely plan to share updates on some of the projects I’m working on for the...

Week 2 of the Directorate's verification exercise covered the Otjozondjupa region (not an easy one to pronounce, but I'm finally getting...

I've been back for more than a week already, and I wanted to use this post to share some of the wonderful people I met during the...

Philip and I enjoyed many family road trips during our 38 years together, and I have so many fond memories of our travels with the kids...

Before I left on this PC journey, I had read about Katutura and the "informal settlements," where nearly 40% of Namibia's population...

I can hardly believe that it's already been seven weeks since I first arrived in Windhoek! If I could sum up my experiences so far in a...

I’ve seen many amazing photos from friends and family who experienced a safari, but nothing compares to going out for the first time...

This day was a long time coming...for me, about 35 years! It was a bit surreal, I have to admit, but it was also a serious reckoning of...

Landed. Greeted. Piled into a van. Drove through Windhoek. Arrived in Okahandja. That’s how it went after taking a flight out of...

Here I am in Namibia after six months of uncertainty and I wanted to share the steps to this this point in life for anyone who may be...

Why am I here anyway, you might wonder? It wasn't to escape the campaign season or evade my other life. (although, it is certainly...

I wanted to create a special post just to say "thank you" to so many special people who have truly been a source of inspiration and...

Why in the world did you decide to apply to serve in the Peace Corps? I suppose this is the first question some may ask, especially...

It's hard to believe, but after 5 months of medical, dental, and legal clearances, I am finally here. However, the worst part is that...

One of the most challenging aspects of writing a blog, or as I prefer to call it, "Reflections," is the need to remain entirely open and...

April 23, 2023 This picture was taken on my run today. It was the first time back on the path in many months. In fact, I haven't been...

Today marks the one year anniversary of when my beloved husband of 27 years left us here on earth. It's often said when a loved one...

I started out this week by making a personal decision to simply go out and exercise. It wasn't easy and this time it had to come from...