September 6, 2009

Vising the Sites

So, it sure has been a while. But things are still good here and I am on a computer for the first time since arriving in country! We are going back this afternoon to our homestays after a week of visiting our provinces and our individual sites. I must say that despite Peace Corps really, really dropping the ball on many things, the rest of my service looks like it will be very nice. My hut is huge and I have a great view of the sun setting over the mountains. Also, during the rainy season, things are supposed to be absolutely gorgeous. The clinic I will be based at looks very competent and well-staffed and the village I am in is very welcoming. I am looking forwards to actually arriving at site with a braizer, buckets for water and food, none of which we had for this visit becaus we were told that it would be provided...

Otherwise, things are going well. Hmmm, now that I have the access, I cannot think of what to write. We have quite a bit of time in Lusaka today before the bus picks us up (we are here after a night bus from Kasama) and I intend on eating all sorts of unhealthy food to stock up until the next time I come in. We have all come back with our counterparts, someone from the village that we will be working with throughout.

The weather is getting warmer and the extreme heat will soon start. Please let me know how you are all doing and in preparation for my next posting, I will take notes so that I don't run out of things to say. Also, give me your address if I don't already have it!

Take care!