“So, you’re having a conversation with the Great Spirit, the Creator of All Things, and you’re doing the talking?” – Dharma and Greg, TV show Ok, so this post actually has nothing at all to do with “Gone Fishin’” but I like the thought of just disappearing for a bit into complete solitude. So…
Las Tunas Cafeteria
One project here at the school that I’m just starting to think about how to help is La Tuna Cafeteria. I think it’s pretty awesome, which is why I’m writing about it here. I often faced my students’ reality during my year of service in Costa Rica, but felt helpless to make a difference. My students…
What my brain sees
Welcome to my office Sometimes I feel like my work space is merely symbolic of work, because truth be told I’m not always working while in it (darn facebook). And when I feel like I’m working the most it’s actually when I’m off wandering the streets (or sidewalks in my case). But today I felt…
My apologies Rosie the Riveter
Food: fun to make, fun to eat 15 year-old me would never believe it was I who wrote this post. Like quite a few little girls I grew up somewhat of a tomboy and eventually that turned into a feminist chip on my shoulder. I am not sure where I picked the attitude up, maybe…
Adventure vs. Normalcy
For those who know me well, I think we’ll all agree that I never fit too well into an example of a “normal” life. But as with most people, I like a change of pace from time to time. So here in Peru I enjoy going into Lima to spend the weekend with friends. My…
Better than mirrors
So I’ve successfully moved into my new apartment, I’m sure I’ve mentioned that already. It’s not that big, and it’s completely empty, but it’s mine! I’ll fill it up slowly but of course I have a list of “must have asap.” My first investments will be hangers, an oven/stove, mixing bowls, a casserole dish, maybe…
My way (If the boss allows)
Today I’m tired. No sugarcoating that one. I think I slept about an hour last night and I’m exhausted. No excuses, but my eyes are not staying open very well. I had a busy morning, but this afternoon requires mostly quality one-on-one time with my computer. So… I may have just woken up with a…
Positive survival
I’ve been fighting a cold the last week, and as many of you know, there is very little worse than being sick when you live alone, a continent away from your mommy and daddy. First, there’s no one to say “oh no! You’re sick?” when you start moan oh so subtly in an attempt to…
Inspired
So for the past few days, or maybe weeks (ok, weeks), I’ve had occasional mini-panic attacks about my job. I’m in way over my head and recently I’ve been wondering why in the world I didn’t just take a simple internship where I could watch people work while getting them coffee. I mean, what kind of person…
Brown Bag Adventures 