Hello - I've started a log to keep track of people I've met through the Peace Corps - so I know where they are currently in the world, where they are going to be in the world or where they have recently returned from. Yes, I am loving this. 

I'm told that nothing I can do or read will adequately prepare me for what I am about to experience. It sort of reminds me of what people said to me just before I became a parent. These words have given me some comfort, as I've been trying to solve or anticipate problems that are unknown. The Peace Corps will challenge me as an individual on levels that I could not prepare for. I'm told that I should eat Oreos, drink Starbucks and enjoy indoor plumbing. :-)

I will arrive at staging a little early, so maybe I will make my way over to the Washington Mall and spend some time at the Lincoln Memorial as I begin this amazing roller coaster ride. I feel so fortunate and blessed to have this opportunity...more to come.

Catherine Lawrence, G14
April 24, 2014