Its a wrap. The first day of school is done and over. And all in all, it was far less chaotic than I expected. Maybe its because I’m getting better at planning with the advent of my fourth year of teaching, but I find that unlikely. In all reality, it is simply helpful to be…
Year Two
I arrived back in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania late Tuesday evening to begin year two of life in Tanzania as an English Literature teacher at Haven of Peace Academy. Aside from the the inevitable jet lag, depression, broken motorcycle, and setbacks that come with extreme culture and time shifts, I am starting to get excited about…
Chocolate Blessings
Flying internationally is a prime example of the continued separation of the classes. As the majority of us are herded to our seats, we pass the luxurious business and first class seats, opulent recliners and couches mocking the stock car seating in the rear of the plane. And somewhere, deep down inside, a small glimmer…
Second-Guessing
I’ve been back in Indiana for almost a month, and in so many ways, I feel at home again. Its a nice feeling. I love the quiet nights and wide open cornfields and country roads. I love riding bicycles and motorcycles and working at the bike shop. I love hanging out with friends and family…
I’d Rather Not Say Goodbye
I’d rather not say goodbye. Even though saying goodbye is normal. In 2001, when I went with my brother to Miracle Mountain Ranch for a week of summer camp, my life changed forever. For the next nine years, my summers were a fast-spinning montage of strong friendships bonded in the forge of being summer camp…
Free Dive
Breathe in. Relax. The waves wash around me, my body floating, drifting with the swells. Exhale. All the way. One last breath. Slow and easy. Turning, diving down. Kicking slowly, long fins propelling me down. The wreck emerges from the murky turquoise waters. Fish surround me. Yellow, orange, purple, silver. My lungs ache for air,…
A Month of Earrings… (Day 31)
This pair of earrings was handmade by Tanzanian artisans at the Nuru Center here in Dar es Salaam. They are rolled paper beads with some silver accents, and despite being simple and small, are very cool.
A Month of Earrings… (Day 30)
This is another pair of earrings that I purchased in Papua New Guinea when I was there for Interface in 2010. They are small and simple, nothing fancy.
A Month of Earrings… (Day 29)
These earrings are huge and so much fun to wear! Today I paired them with black shorts and a a gray top for a ladies event at church. They’re just crazy enough to make a casual outfit a bit dressy! At least I think so… 😉
A Month of Earrings… (Day 28)
Yes, more feathers. And this time, with some color! Once again, these earrings are a gift from my little sister. And once again, they are from Colorado. They are a fun accessory for almost any outfit!
Ride Fierce Racing 