Preparations

I received my invitation to serve a little over one month before I ship out. So it has been crazy getting everything in order.


Packing has been fun (NOT).. I mean how do you pack your life for the next almost three years in 80 pounds (the allowed amount of luggage).. Not soo easy.. I don't even know what to pack, what i'll need, whats "essentials." I've been doing some shopping getting things i know I can't find in Senegal..  I got some tennis shoes, My first pair since the 9th grade, lol,.. And i got that one because I needed it for gym back them... 




I had to apply for a passport (its required even if you already have one) and also a visa, which is required.... Ive also been getting all my affairs in order, taking care of the home front. I've also been filling out all these paperwork for the Peace Corps. Getting required shots, meditations, etc.


Now, I'm just in the last minute phase getting everything else that is needed...


Pray for me that I can get all my stuff in 80 pounds.. But I figure I take less clothes since most things in my closet wont be appropriate. Ill just buy stuff there or get them sown.