Monthly Archives: September 2011

Since December I’ve been like a little kid waiting for a coveted invitation to a wannabe best friend’s birthday party.  I knew there would be a party since it’s been a regular affair for as long as I can remember. I … Continue reading →

The female voice on my answering machine said, “I hope I’ll make your day.”   She did! Susan, a Peace Corps medical screening nurse, was responsible for reviewing my health information and deciding whether I would receive a thumb’s up or thumb’s … Continue reading →

The email Subject line – “Peace Corps Application Status” – was too generic to contain the news I’ve been waiting for.  The To line listed my email and 20 other addresses – another indication the text wouldn’t be the “you’re … Continue reading →

When I see a friend or talk to a family member, they typically ask some version of “Have you heard any more from the Peace Corps?” My standard answer (as of May 19): “They are processing my medical information.” After … Continue reading →

With the prospect of selling my house this summer and joining the Peace Corps in September, my mindset is changing from accumulating to letting go.  Keeping the treasures that bring me joy, dumping the trash that weighs me down. I re-discovered … Continue reading →

I received a form letter in the mail this week from my Peace Corps recruiter.  The good news: It started out with the formal “I’m pleased to nominate you for the following Peace Corps assignment:  Business Development  in Eastern Europe.” … Continue reading →

The recruiter looked up from her computer screen.  “There are two programs that begin in September:  HIV/Aids education in Africa or business development in Eastern Europe/Central Asia.  Which do you prefer?” Her response to my “Do I have to choose … Continue reading →