Volunteers have to go to what is called ... an IST.
It means in service training and it lasts for various
amounts of time depending on the country.
At this time my group and me are at our IST. That
is why for the next few weeks the blog entries won't
be originating from the village.
In the picture you can see Ashley near the fire on
(believe it or not) a cold morning. Not like the New
England cold but it would surprise someone whom
thinks that all parts of Africa are warm.
I personally dubbed Ashley Miss IST 2009.
Here are some stats ...
Favorite color: blue
Zodiac sign: Aquarius
Turnoff: willful ignorance
Turn on: big brains and a bigger heart
Hobbies are: knitting, biking, exploring and brewery tours
Most Interesting Encounter: Gloria Steinam
Favorite beverage: coffee
Greatest Adventure: biking around Alaska
After Peace Corps: Medical school (doctor)
Last but not least ... she is working for 'world peace'
in a city in the central area of Namibia.
But joking aside Ashley is just one of the real nice
people who put their lives on hold for two years to
try and make a difference.
One of the aspects I enjoy of being in the Peace Corps
is not only meeting people in foreign countries but also
meeting a different breed of Americans.
Unlike a pageant in which the winner holds on to the
title for a year ... Miss IST 2009 is a one shot event.
Ashley will hold the title for our Namibia group forever.
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