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Moving Day, A New Chapter, & Lessons from Frat Boys 22 Jul 2013 | 03:00 pm
Best Friends. Today I am headed west, across the country with a packed car. I am moving. And I am kind of, sort of, really nervous. And excited. And nervous. I still have my bobblehead Alan to keep m...
11 Travel Moments No One Prepares You For 10 Jul 2013 | 10:18 am
I can’t tell you how many uncomfortable, awkward, and outright ridiculous situations I have been in while traveling. Remember when a guy in Mombasa thought my husband had beaten me? Spending 5-1/2 mon...
On Fitting In 25 Jun 2013 | 03:00 pm
Taking part in tradition: circumcision celebration I have always had a very special place in my heart for Kenya. Actually, I could say that about nearly every place I have visited. Often, I mention p...
Amsha Website Launch & Life Plans (For Now) 18 Jun 2013 | 07:41 pm
After blogging very little in the past few months, I actually miss it quite a lot. I reviewed my posts from my last few months in Kenya, and I barely posted anything! So much to say, and yet, so very...
Life After Nairobi 10 Jun 2013 | 03:00 pm
I have been home just shy of a month now. I’m not gonna lie: it’s been pretty fantastic (despite plenty of late nights working). So many people have asked me about my adjustment back home- and while i...
From Street Boy to Artisan 23 May 2013 | 03:01 pm
I never would have guessed that he used to be a street boy. Or a beggar for that matter. With his big smile and humble & grateful demeanor, his spirit shines bright around COHWI, a cooperative for dis...
I Thought I Was Going to Die 20 May 2013 | 03:00 pm
Most travelers find themselves, at one point or another, amongst other travelers discussing near-death experiences. I’ve been pretty fortunate. I usually tell a story of a ‘rock climbing’ experience i...
Tracking the Colobus Monkey in Nyungwe National Park 5 Apr 2013 | 01:00 pm
While in Rwanda for two weeks to escape the elections, visit artisans, and visit friends, I had plans to take a little trip. You see, my friend Fidele is a tour guide and owns D’Tours Africa. Not only...
Spring Yearnings for Europe 3 Apr 2013 | 03:00 pm
It’s no secret- I love Africa travel. But being here in East Africa for the past four months has me itching to see interesting architecture again. On occasion, I see nice hospitality interiors from ...
My World This Week in Kenya 30 Mar 2013 | 05:21 pm
I’ve been quiet for the past week. Mainly, because Amsha’s Pre-Launch Sale started the 21st and while I am thrilled with the feedback and interest, it’s kept me busy! In addition to giving my attentio...
