IMG_3103 Originally uploaded by er1nh I recently read David Sedaris’ hilarious book, “Me Talk Pretty One Day.” In it, he moves to France and describes with great humor and accuracy the challenges of living overseas and trying desperately to speak a completely foreign language. Although Sedaris was living in France, not Niger, I have included [...]

IMG_3442 Originally uploaded by er1nh Hi everyone, Last week was an exciting week! The Maradi region will be getting 7 new volunteers, after they officially Swear-In next week. Last Sunday, they came to Maradi to visit their new villages and meet the rest of the team. We were really excited to meet our new team [...]

018 Originally uploaded by er1nh A few of my friends had the chance to go to an event a few weeks ago. The event is called “sharru,” and took place this year in Will’s village. It is an annual festival put on by the Fulan ethnic group, featuring a test of bravery and rite of [...]

IMG_3347 Originally uploaded by er1nh Hi friends! Descriptions to follow, but check out some new pics I’ve posted.

IMG_3313 Originally uploaded by er1nh Hi friends, This weekend I went to visit the village of my closest Peace Corps Volunteer “neighbor.” Cory’s village has about 300 people and is 10 km away, an hour and a half walk through the bush. Like in every country, rural life is much different than urban life! I’ve [...]

Hi everyone, There’s a snazzy new feature on the right hand sidebar now. You can sign-up for email updates so that when I update the blog, you’ll get sent an email. Hope this helps! Also, there are more pictures!

IMG_3101 Originally uploaded by er1nh I hope everyone has a healthy and joyful 2008! I had a fun time celebrating New Year’s Eve with a bunch of PC friends in Maradi. I’m now back in my town- it’s great to be back after being gone for so long! I have posted more pictures, so check them [...]

IMG_3103 Originally uploaded by er1nh I’ve been corresponding with a first year elementary school French class in New Jersey. After receiving letters from the students, I wrote a group response in November, which I think helps illustrate certain aspects of life here in Niger. Enjoy! ———- Bonjour classe! J’espère que tout va bien avec vous et [...]

You may have noticed a snazzy new feature on the right side of the blog here (thanks, Web Master Becca!). Though we’re certainly busy working here in Niger, there is still a substantial amount of down-time (e.g. 12 hour bus rides, waiting for bush taxis, etc.) where it’s nice to have a good [...]