The Hardships chapter made me laugh because I do think a lot of people joining the Peace Corps have the same notion of living in a tree house, reading by candle light, no hot water and no flushing toilet. Not only do we expect that we kinda want that to feel as though we are making a REAL contribution. I was thinking there was a positive correlation between physical/personal suffering and impact of the contribution being made to my assigned country.
I enjoyed the chapter for a few reasons...
a) because I SO thought that and I didn't even realize it
b) it's a common misconception (the book refers to it as the mythology of the Peace Corps)
c) I'm SO over that idea!
I was on that awhile back, but now if I have a choice (and I hear that sometimes you do) give me hot water a flushing toilet and working electricity. Being away from family and friends and not speaking the language is enough. If I can wash my hair with ease and comfort my life may be that much more facil ;o)
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That's what makes you so awesome...you adapt easily and always come out on top. You're blessed to have such a great familia and I can't wait to read more.
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