Hey everyone, this is my first time writing a blog, so we'll see if this works or not. It's 11 days before I leave, and I'm getting everything ready for my departure. Since I'm packing my life into a hiking backpack, I'm starting to practice packing it all, to see how much I can fit and how much space there is left. I've been talking to other volunteers as well, and they are all just as excited as I am. We only half know what to expect when we arrive, so we are all stepping into the unknown when we get of the plane in Dar es Salaam.
I'm beginning to wonder how much the culture shock will affect me, but since I've traveled before, I think it shouldn't be too bad. I plan on integrating myself into their culture (as much as a white foreigner can), learning the language, and learning what it is to be African.
The only thing I am nervous about is my performance when I teach english or computer courses. I'm not very experienced, and I think it will take a while for me to fall into the rhythm of everyday life, as well as adopting a teaching style that is efficient and fun for everyone.
I'll blog again right before I leave, and if not then then after I arrive on the continent. Thanks for everyone's support towards getting me here, it wouldn't have been possible without you guys!
Evan
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