I'll be en route in just a little under 36 hours and in true last minute Lisa form I have a few things left to do. First on the list is a test on Wolof, the language I will most likely be using in addition to French. I've been hoping that listening to basic conversations over and over will just make the language clear to me - not much luck yet. When I'm not repeating "Asalaam Maalekum" (peace be with you, the equivalent of 'hello') I'm out buying those American snacks I know I'm going to miss, ignoring the fact I promised myself I wouldn't overpack.
The excitement of finally going is tempered slightly by all the goodbyes I have had to make these past few weeks as well as the realization that I don't have a Mary Poppins bag.
But while I'm going to desperately miss people and food, I am excited for my journey as a volunteer in Senegal.
Ba beneen yoon - see you next time!
Lisa I'm so excited for you and can't wait to hear all about it! Good luck and have a safe journey!!
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