Salut!
We have officially landed in Lome, Togo! We got in late Friday night, exhausted and sweaty, but the travel legs went flawlessly, so no complaints! Great reception at the airport and once we got to our hotel. Yes, I said hoTel not hoStel. Whoop whoop! RUNNING water (toilet AND shower) and electricity = not dying of sweating while sleeping!
Yesterday and today were filled with training goodness :) Learning a TON of very valuable information from great trainers who are just finishing their first year here in Togo. Surrounded with a solid group of 22 other new PCV's. Really thankful for them and the friendships that have already been created. This is making all the difference. Also, we are eating like kings and queens right now...the PC Togo staff here are incredible and very generous-- trying to savor each bite!
Another day of training tomorrow and then off to new sites Tuesday when we will meet the family we will be staying with for the next two months!
The anxieties and fears are still real when I stop to think about the length of this adventure... just focusing on being conscious and present in each moment. When I can do that, I am happy, confident and calm. :)
Pics to come soon-- hopefully! No guarantees in Africa! :)
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ReplyDeleteGlad you arrived safely and are savoring the moments. Hope you are staying with an amazing family- home stays are such an incredible way to learn a new culture from the locals perspective. xoxo
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