First Impressions: Teaching in Ecuador
16 May
Ecuador

First Impressions: Teaching in Ecuador

After 5 weeks in Ibarra, I’m getting settled into my school and my responsibilities as an Ecuadorian Teacher.  This post is long, but informative.  Read...
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08 May
Uncategorized

Just a Shout Out…

To My Wonderful Portland 54th Street Neighbors In honor of my past efforts to coordinate an annual Progressive Dinner throughout the neighborhood, my friends carried...
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20 Apr
Ecuador

I’ll Miss You, Dad

Missing out on life events at home, is a hard part of the Peace Corps Experience…. Frank Edward Wandell May 17, 1928 – April 19,...
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My First Birthday in Ecuador
20 Apr
Ecuador

My First Birthday in Ecuador

Didn’t you know? April 17th is the Best Day of The Year!  It’s my Birthday! Thanks to Kendall for making Cheese, Mushroom and Chard Enchiladas...
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A Hike Around Lago Cuicocha
15 Apr
Ecuador

A Hike Around Lago Cuicocha

This weekend, my site mates and I met up for a famous hike in the Imbabura Region.  This is Lago Cuicocha, a crater lake at...
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I’m a Peace Corps Volunteer
09 Apr
Ecuador

I’m a Peace Corps Volunteer

It’s official, after 11 weeks of training, and 28 years of dreaming about this moment, I promised to serve my country  in the spirit of...
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My New Ecuador Home
03 Apr
Ecuador

My New Ecuador Home

After 11 weeks of training, interviews, and a big flowery ta-doo, the Peace Corps staff finally announced our new assigned sites.  I was hoping for...
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Host Family Appreciation Day
03 Apr
Ecuador

Host Family Appreciation Day

     As our time is Peace Corps training comes to an end, the Ecuadorian Peace Corps staff have come up with so many creative...
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Ecuadorian Schools
01 Apr
Ecuador

Ecuadorian Schools

Schools in Ecuador come in all shapes and sizes.  Some schools are only elementary, middle and high, while others are K-12.  Here’s a glimpse into...
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