I leave for Africa tomorrow

#1

I leave for Africa tomorrow

Posted: 1/1/05 at 6:18pm

Just wanted to let you guys know I won't be around for a month or so. I'm going to Milawi, Africa with a group called World Camp for Kids to do AIDS and nutrition education for children in rural villages. I'm really excited about the opportunity. I'm sure I'll tell you all about it when I get back.

Anyway, the point is, I'll miss everyone on the board. I hope you all have an awesome January, and I'll be back in February! Don't let anything too exciting happen while I'm gone.

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#2

re: I leave for Africa tomorrow

Posted: 1/1/05 at 6:19pm

ooooooo good luck! we'll miss you! tell us everything when you come back!

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#3

re: I leave for Africa tomorrow

Posted: 1/1/05 at 6:21pm

That's really cool! We'll miss you!

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#4

re: I leave for Africa tomorrow

Posted: 1/1/05 at 6:23pm

'Tis a very good thing that you are doing. Be safe.

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#5

re: I leave for Africa tomorrow

Posted: 1/1/05 at 6:33pm

What an amazing opportunity, Jess. Have a safe and amazing trip!

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#6

re: I leave for Africa tomorrow

Posted: 1/1/05 at 6:57pm

Wow. Sounds amazing. Have a wonderful time, and be safe!

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#7

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Posted: 1/1/05 at 7:57pm

that really does sound amazing and a great opportunity! Wow have fun!

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#8

re: I leave for Africa tomorrow

Posted: 1/1/05 at 8:18pm

HAVE FUN!

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#9

re: I leave for Africa tomorrow

Posted: 1/1/05 at 10:06pm

Thanks for the well-wishes guys! I'll be very safe. We have all sorts of rules and the organization has a really good safety record. We have armed guards around our house, but I don't know if that makes me feel more safe or less safe...

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#10

re: I leave for Africa tomorrow

Posted: 1/1/05 at 10:14pm

It's best not to think about it too much. And I speak from experience. Have fun and be safe, Jess. :)

#11

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Posted: 1/1/05 at 10:24pm

Jess, I have already expressed my thoughts on this trip to you. I wish you nothing but safe travels and a great, eye-opening experience! I expect the biggest.report.ever in February!

#12

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Posted: 1/1/05 at 10:28pm

Cool! Safe traveling!

#13

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Posted: 1/1/05 at 10:36pm

Have fun and be SAFE!!!

#14

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Posted: 1/1/05 at 10:57pm

That's a really great thing that you're doing. Have a safe and happy time!

#15

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Posted: 1/2/05 at 12:17am

what a great opportunity! have fun!

#16

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Posted: 1/2/05 at 12:41am

GOOD LUCK!!!

I leave for Poland to teach english in 26 days, so I'm nervous too!

#17

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Posted: 1/2/05 at 1:21am

Paradox--have an awesome time in Poland. That sounds like an amazing experience!

Thanks everyone! I'll miss you. I hope you all have a great month w/out me!!!

And don't worry 2Day, you'll be getting the biggest.report.ever! (Well, you all will, but I'll force him to read it while the rest of you will be perfectly entitled to not.)

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#18

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Posted: 1/2/05 at 1:26am

Jess, if you dont mind, can you direct me to a website or some info on this group because i would love to find out more information. Ever since i saw Oprah's angel network in south africa, i've been thinking bout trying to get involved in efforts.

#19

re: I leave for Africa tomorrow

Posted: 1/2/05 at 1:58am

Sure, no problem! I'm happy for your interest.

www.worldcampforkids.org

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#20

re: I leave for Africa tomorrow

Posted: 1/2/05 at 2:00am

Have a safe journey, and bring a journal so you can record and remember every moment!

God speed....

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