Navigating Cameroon as a Peace Corps Community Health Volunteer
Monday, January 26, 2009
White Picket Fences
Here is a sampling of my house in Meiganga for the parents. I worked hard, but I just want to warn others that I live in the lap of PC luxury. I guess they just realized how special I was and that a queen deserves a palace.
Wow! It reminds me of Versaille--lush greenery, fancy tilework, brightly colored walls. You set up such a warm, cozy home. Keep up the good work! Love, Carol
Wow! Your abode reminds me of Versaille---surrounded by lush greenery and lots of light. I love the lively colors in each room. Such fancy tilework in your bathroom. Great artwork. You've done a beautiful job of setting up a warm home.You look so happy and embedded in the community. Sending love,Carol
This blog is solely the responsibility of Allison Sander and does not reflect the views of Peace Corps.
My Lifeline: Letters and Packages
I would adore any form of snail mail love. For the hopefully the rest of my service the best address is:
Allison Sander B.P. 89 Meiganga, Cameroon
Some recommendations:
Most packages sent to Cameroon arrive (sometimes a few months late). Nevertheless DO NOT send things that have important sentimental or monetary value. If sending any food items, put them inside a Ziploc bag. This will reduce chances that bugs or rodents will devour them.
A little birdie told me that writing in religious symbols in red on the envelope is advisable. Now i am not sure what type of religious belief to represent, as I will be in a Muslim area, but have some fun with that!
Both Volunteers and family members should number letters sent so that the receiver can determine whether any letters do not arrive.
If you do send packages, bubble envelopes seem to work better than large boxes. They are less tempting to would-be thieves. The sender should clearly and honestly mark the contents on the outside of the package, but a general description of the contents is sufficient: "clothing and candy" rather than "Nike high top sneakers and 2 lbs. Godiva chocolate."
If you are not sure of what to send, I am looking for Americana mostly, so junk food(candy), movies, magazines, books, photos-reminders of home in general. Letters and updates are a wonderful, beautiful thing.
Born and raised in San Francisco, CA. Attended the fine university of Lewis and Clark College. Heading off in September 2008-2010 for Cameroon as a Community Health Worker.
3 comments:
UH WOW ALLISON that is wayyy nicer than I ever imagined!!
Wow! It reminds me of Versaille--lush greenery, fancy tilework, brightly colored walls. You set up such a warm, cozy home. Keep up the good work! Love, Carol
Allison
Wow! Your abode reminds me of Versaille---surrounded by lush greenery and lots of light. I love the lively colors in each room. Such fancy tilework in your bathroom. Great artwork. You've done a beautiful job of setting up a warm home.You look so happy and embedded in the community. Sending love,Carol
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