Yes! I'm joining the Peace Corps (PC) and leaving for Mauritania, Africa. On June 17th I'm leaving for Atlanta, Georgia and after 3 days of Orientation with other PC Volunteers (PCV) it's on to Senegal for a 6 hour (give or take a couple hours) bus ride to Rosso, Mauritania for 3 months of intense training.
Along with a record-high 135 other trainees, I'll learn about culture, safety, language (probably one or 2 of several Arabic dialects), etc while living with a local host family.
This is a chance of a life time and I can't thank you enough for your love and support! I'll be keeping you updated for the next 27 months!
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I have this to look forward to every morning in our front yard
New Life
To follow along with my new Peace Corps Service, go to my Rwanda blog.
Contact Information
Mailing Address:
Michele Hernandez, PCV
Corps de la Paix
B.P 66
Kaedi, Mauritania
West Africa
Phone Number:
00-11-222-457-9701
(remember that I am 8 hours ahead of California)
Michele Hernandez, PCV
Corps de la Paix
B.P 66
Kaedi, Mauritania
West Africa
Phone Number:
00-11-222-457-9701
(remember that I am 8 hours ahead of California)
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Good things to Send
- BBQ sauce
- cd's...make me a mix ;)
- chapstick
- Cheese: sauces, velveeta, powders, aged
- Chef Boyardee "Make your own pizza" box
- dried fruit: strawberries, peaches, unsweetened
- dried meat: sausage, jerky, pepperoni, etc
- Good books to read
- instant pudding
- journal
- Knorr's instant lunches (non-refrigerated)
- Letters
- magazines
- movies/dvds
- parmesean cheese
- Pasta Sides (boil water, add packet, enjoy)
- Pictures
- Soup mixes
- Summer Sausage!
- thanksgiving food
Kindergarden
I have this to look forward to every morning in our front yard
17 comments:
I'm so excited to be able to read about all of your adventures. I'm sure it'll be a far cry from a summer spent in Paris, but completely rewarding on a whole new level. I once entertained notions of going into the Peace Corp, so I'm definitely getting to live vicariously through you.
Take care,
Leslie Hembree(from AUP in case you've forgotten!)
Chère Michèle,
Je suis ravie de suivre les événements de votre vie fascinante! Envoyez-nous des photos aussi vite que possible!
Michele!! I'm sorry I wasn't able to get intouch with you before you left. Have a blast!! On my blog, comments were my FAVORITE part! Miss you!
michele! im so sad u left me. but i know ure going to have lots of fun! miss u already!
Michelle,
Our thoughts and prayers will be with you during this exciting time in your life. Take care of yourself and Go Regals.
Steve and Sharon
Michele called and she has made it safely to Mauritania! She and Clarisse had a great reunion as all were surprised that the two knew each other from home. Michele is learning quickly about food, clothing, and hygiene. She went to the bazaar with Clarisse and purchased colorful cloth to have her first authentic outfit made. She also has a cell phone (apparently it is very common and there is great reception). Michele is very happy, if a little jet lagged still. Her address is: Michelle Hernandez, PCV (line 1); Corps de la Paix (line 2); BP222 (line 3); Nouakchott, Mauritania (line 4); West Africa (line 5)
Was great to see you at your open house Michele. Loved seeing you playing with all the children there and the smile it brought to your face. Will miss seeing you in the different places that brought us together (Dad's office, lunch, home get togethers and trips to Mulege. Enjoy your new life as I know you will.
Bruce & Mindy
Espero que todo te salga bien, que aprendas mucho de tu viaje y que regreses como una mejor persona. Desde El Salvador besos...
Pedro
Michele,
I am glad you arrived safely. Since I never travel I learn about new places through your adventurous mom & now through you. Enjoy--the world will be richer because of the enthusiasum and joy you bring wherever you are.
Debbie/Nana
Hi Michele. I'm glad to hear that your adventure is off to a great start. I'm proud of you for being involved in something so positive.
Love, Judy
Great to hear you made it West Africa safely. The Amish send you their blessings!
Michele,
I am so glad you made it safely were you able to see or visit Mariem Dia my World Vision child that I sponsor? What's your cellphone # I can give you a call on the weekend to briefly catch up with you.
With JOY,
~Marlinda
Hello baby this is Bill and Joanne your moms cousin in Arizona. I'm very proud of you. I know we havn't had a great deal of contact over the past few years, but I want you to know I'm so proud of you and love you with all my heart! becarefull in life and should you need anything let us know! Be strong believe in what you do and who you are, LOVE Bill and Joanne
okay, i forgot to share with you and others, please log onto ATE2NDRYDE.SPACES.LIVE.COM and catch up with Joanne and I in Arizona.
Again I love you,
Bill
WOW Michele,
You have such an adventurous spirit. Congratulations on arriving safely and moving on to the next steps in your exciting "journey". I promise to watch over your Mom at work and give her extra special Michele type hugs.
Love you lots,
Tami Olivieri Llewellyn
Hi Michelle, This is Mr. Llewellyn, the other half of the famous Mr. and Mrs. Llewellyn combo. I just want to say how proud I am of you for your willingness to make this world a better place. This will pay off in ways that you can't imagine. The world needs more people like you. I will check in periodically and follow your progress, and continue to get updates from mom. What can I say?...you're awesome. May your house be free of tigers.
come bahahaaaaaaaaaack!!! :( miss you twin!
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