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"Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?" - Mary Oliver

Welcome and thank you for checking out my blog.  I am excited to share my Peace Corps journey with you all!  

When I tell people that I'm going to serve in the Peace Corps, there is usually an initial reaction of "that's really great" followed by something along the lines of "and at your age!"  It's true--I am in definitely in the minority in terms of age when it comes to volunteers--only about 7% of volunteers are over 50.  Serving was something that I wanted to do after college, but for several reasons, the time wasn't right.  Fast forward a couple decades and I find myself called to service and in a place personally and professionally where I am able to answer the call.  

So in just a couple months, I'll pack everything into a storage unit and move to the Eastern Caribbean for twenty-seven months.  I'll be serving as an English literacy resource volunteer in a primary school.  

Watch this space--my goal is to share my experiences with you--from the chaos pre-departure through the adventure!  

Comments

  1. AnonymousApril 6, 2023 at 4:36 AM

    What a life-changing decision. Cannot wait to see how this unfolds. Thanks for allowing us to come along! Also…love the title of your blog.

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  2. AnonymousApril 6, 2023 at 6:28 AM

    So excited to follow this blog and learn from all you adventures! Go girl!!

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  3. AnonymousApril 6, 2023 at 10:11 AM

    So happy for you as you start this new adventure. Thank you for setting up this blog so that we can follow you.

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  4. MarieMay 16, 2023 at 5:00 PM

    So proud of you. Brave and strong. Sure you will be successful. Love ya.

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  5. AnonymousJuly 16, 2023 at 7:42 AM

    Thank you for sharing your experience and journey. Love and peace to you

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