My Letter to Future Goers
My letter to future goers: -Most of the time things probably aren't going to be very easy, but it will most definitely be worth it. Don't give up just because things get hard. -Don't let fear stop you from stepping out of your comfort zone. Do the things that scare you, and if it doesnt work out, try again. -Know how to laugh at yourself. You are probably going to make a lot of mistakes, in language, culture, and relationships. Do not take yourself too seriously, learn from it and try again. -Get involved in community. If it's not already there, try to build it. -… Read more >>
Resettled
People who have been in the resettlement process for quite some time have actually been able to go to the United States recently. A family I really love went just last week! When a family gets resettled from Dzaleka, it is always a big party. I went to the send off of Yamungu, his wife and 3 girls. Hundreds of people were outside the community building and the atmosphere was full of so much excitement. The famiy and friends all travel to the airport with them in a caravan and say goodbye at the airports. It is one of my favorite things to be a part of, being able to answer questions about the… Read more >>
"You are Malawian"
I've had the phrase, "you are Malawian" said to me a few times lately and I feel a little proud every time I hear it! This usually comes after I say a phrase in Chichewa, eat some nsima, mzimbe(sugarcane) or nkwani(pumpkin leaves), I've even come to like nyemba(beans) and nonverbally communicate like they do. There are so many different things I've come to love about Malawi and it's culture and when I hear this, even if they are joking, I take it as a compliment! Read more >>