Off I go, kids!
I’ve had a great last couple months in the States (and managed to gain about 10 pounds in the process), an absolutely amazing vacation in South Africa (my African "pre-func"), and a very pleasant last week with the folks in Kalispell. Tonight, I gathered together the 80 pounds of America I’m allowed to take with me and, immediately upon concluding this blog entry, will head down to the corner and enjoy the hell out of what may end up being my last Mexican dinner for many, many moons.
I’m feeling neither hesitant nor anxious. I suppose that’s a good thing, although from what I’ve read about the Peace Corps experience, it isn’t at all normal and I’ve actually started to wonder if the fact that I’m not at all worried about anything is, in itself, something I should be worrying about. I’d like to believe that my lack of mental anguish is due to the substantial thought and reflection I engaged in prior to accepting my invitation - that I’m at total peace with all this because I got my mind right and good-to-go early in the process. On the other hand, I think the relative nirvana I’m enjoying could just as likely be a product of some unfortunate combination of naiveté and pure arrogance.
Huh.
In any event, I’m freakin’ stoked. I’m so glad the day is finally here. Wish me luck!
And for the love of god, please send Cholula Hot Sauce!
5 comments:
Oh, the sauces will be coming your way. We are going to miss you, Larry will miss you. Good Luck, we are so proud of you! Much love, The Terhunes
Good luck and keep an eye out for that birthday package.....yes yes....there will be soy sauce and cholula.......=)
Speaking of your birthday, I'll be using the Ugandan FTD equivalent to send you an exotic fruit basket, so be on the eelskin watch for that.
- Cory
Ah, forget the sauces, friend, you're sure to find much more interesting spices abroad! Please post when you're able. Rock on - Tokey
So proud of you....sauce, sure
whatever you need, take care
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