Ajassi Biai Dearest friends and Family!
It has only been a few weeks since I have left but I feel so much has happened. I am safe and happy though, and was lucky to be placed with a kind and generous host family whose ultimate goal is to make me fat! I think I have Matooke coming out of my ears! I shower outside every morning and night under the African stars, I dont think I have ever seen Orions belt so cleary! Although, the pit latrine is not nearly as glamorous!
I know I shall be in the Soroti District teaching secondary science which seems to need so much reform. Its overwheloing because one doesnt know where to begin. Does one address the huge Malaria issue? Does one teach safe sex? Simple hygiene? Gardening for nutrition for all malnourished? women empowerment( Did you know biking destroys ones virginity? so they say in Uganda)? Its a bitter sweet circumstance. There is much much to do and so many that need help that the capacity to help is overhwhelming and yet at the same time it tears at you emotionally to see suich poverty and lack of opportunity for so many. Im in the thick of all that Ive read, and it certainly pulls upon ones heart. I am so fortunate to surrounded by so many wonderfully talented other peace corps volunteers whom i know will put there heart into it all. It gives me hope, and I know it shall help me to become a better person so I can do even more as I grow up.
Lots of love to you all. The internet is tenuous at best! I will update next sat when we take a trip into the city! take care, lots of love to you all