Honeymoon to Reality
Week two: I walk down the street and people stare… not out of disrespect, but because they aren’t use to seeing a white person. Kids will...
The Reason Why I'm Here
I'm in Ethiopia to help my friend Eyasu start up his nonprofit. He wants to help his community; specifically to combat the immense...
Family Bonding
Buna (coffee) before bed = bad idea. Yes, yes I'm sure you're reading and are like DUH! BUT, here it is common to make buna late in the...
Lessons of Day 2
- falling asleep to barking dogs is apparently normal (we aren't just talking one dog here… it sounds like there's a dog fight going on)...
My First Day in Ethiopia
Getting through an airport is always a hassle. There's the worry that your bags are overweight, the taking off your shoes, getting your...
One Way Ticket
Today, I bought a one-way ticket to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. After months of ups and downs, possibilities, and broken promises it seems...
