Monthly Archive: May 2012

May 31 2012

Jambula – Pictures

” If you’re always thinking about the things you could do or would do then you’re not actually doing the doing. So stop thinking and start doing! Disappointment can only come from thinking about what you could or would do! Live, dream and most importantly DO.”   So I finally tethered my blackberry with my …

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May 30 2012

Community Integration

“Whenever you feel like criticizing anyone…just remember that all the people in this world haven’t had the advantages that you’ve had.” I am finally getting settled at my site but still getting to know the community. I can’t believe I’m saying this but I actually miss the village lifestyle of not having electricity, running water …

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May 08 2012

On Site

Home Stay Village pic

Life is a process not a destination, a mystery to be lived, not a problem to be solved. So I finally moved in to site and making it my home. As I mentioned in my previous post, there are plenty of problems with this house (if I look for it) but I will try to …

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May 06 2012

It’s Official – Got Sworn In!

If you are planning for a year, sow rice. If you are planning for a decade, plant trees. If you are planning for a lifetime, educate people. Well well well… I survived the first few weeks of training! I am now officially a Peace Corps Volunteer! The swearing ceremony was held at the Ambassador’s house …

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