Nic and I accepted our positions in the Kyrgyz Republic! We will be teaching English in the secondary education setting, and there is also the possibility of us teaching at a university. Nic O and Ivy R, university profs? Not too early to dream after all! We've got to do some funny stuff that we didn't have to do in Benin, like bring copies of our diplomas, transcripts, and awards to satisfy those that will wonder about our credentials. We will also have to dress professionally every day. Like, suits and long skirts professional. Also, it is expected that married women wear scarves in some parts of the country. I look forward to enjoying this new culture. Oh wow oh wow. I'm pretty pumped.
Also, the volunteers here at the farm threw me a surprise dinner party which was great. I got a tractor cake (oh how I wish I had photos of it!) and we had a great pasta dinner with two different sauces, both vegetarian and both delicious. Thanks, Overlook, for the great dinner.
Long story short: Things are good. We'll be heading back to Arkansas December 17th for good. We will be leaving for the Kyrgyz Republic in March.
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