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By the way this blog in no way reflects the views or opinions of the US Government or people as a whole, nor does it reflect the view or opinions of Burkina Faso or its government. This is a personal blog of my experience in the Peace Corps.

Happy early 4th!

So its been 3 weeks in Leo and there are definitely ups and downs. Last week I was so upset because I didn't think I could communicate at all and like I wasn't learning French any better and then the next day was roses and sunshine. Last week I went to the pool-yes there is one and it was great! It was at the hotel and kinda expensive but wonderful! They had American food like cheeseburgers!!!!!! Church here is a little different and there are may different kinds of churches. I have visited the protestant one with my friend and her family but I couldn't understand more than a few words. It was cool to watch with all the tantis dancing and singing! Wednesday we find out our site placements-I have been asked if I could teach biology and math at a site (of course!) and on the 4th we have another lang test so that we can hopefully start learning local langs from our villages! Also a giant 4th of July bash we are throwing will be wonderful!The week after we have site visits and trainings in the capital and then only a few more weeks until swearing in! Shout out to my dad from Africa because it's his birthday today!!!! I love you daddy, you are the best dad ever! If anyone is trying to decide what to send in packages candy is always welcome! skittles, gummie bears, chocolate melts but is still great! Until next time...!

I made it!

So I made it to Africa and I love it here! IT is sooo very different from the States, but interesting! We have made it to Leo for training and I have been adopted by a family! They have a daughter who is 3 and a boy living in Leo with them for school, he is 17. I have my own room and its soooo hot at night usually! Lots of people sleep outside, although I have to wait until I get my bug hut. So far I have survived eating the food here, its not too bad either. We eat a lot of rice, couscous and tô, a firm but squishy white substance thing. There is only 1 cyber cafe in Leo and it costs about 350 CFA to get one for an hour, so Ill try to post as much as I can but no promises! Pictures will happen eventually, on a day when the internet is good lol. If you want my phone number inbox me on Facebook and download Rebtel app, cheap way to text. I am picking french up more everyday and learning 2 other languages-Moore and Nouni- not even closely related to French!We have class everyday from 8am-5pm and then nights free to do whatever. Yesterday I painted nails with my sisters here, they loved it!!!! We also draw pictures to help me learn french words. I get called Nasaera a lot- in Moore I think it means white person, especially as I ride by children call it out. Thats all for now I guess, kinda hurried so sorry if its random!

The Countdown Continues

Well after a fun day of training and meeting the other new PCBF volunteers I find myself still in DC, great city just not what I hoped for, after my bridge (aka fake tooth) fell out last night. I have to wait to go to the office tomorrow and find out when my appointment is to put it back in. While I wait though I have a new roommate who is about to serve in west Africa as well, at least I have some pretty great company for a day! Cross your fingers and toes and hope I get to leave in a few days!