Notes

* I've gotten a request to talk a bit more about the men's role in Swaziland. Honestly, I don't encounter a whole lot of men. The father on my homestead is a farmer, and he's very busy. I see him occasionally. There are some brothers-in-law on the homestead as well, but I haven't officially met them. Everyone seems very nice. Some of my friends have gotten marriage proposals. This is pretty common. A neighbor also is trying to marry me to another volunteer. (Don't worry, JMW. I politely declined.) Marriage is definitely a crucial union between families, and it's important financially as well. More on this in time.

* I got more mail! Thank you so much to Anne, Jor, Sara and Meggie. You guys are the best. Please keep it coming if you have the time and inclination. The letters will always make me happy. Postcards are good too, and I'll be able to decorate my hut with them.

* We get cell phones next week, which will make Internet access a bit easier. Please be patient with me in the meantime. Also, please feel free to let me know when major news breaks (saw the horrible stuff about the shootings in Colorado). Please also keep me apprised of your news as you see fit. I want to stay plugged in!

* If you want to send me ground coffee, feel free. =) I can get it here, but I definitely am open to something tasty from the U.S.

* I have Sunday off this week, and I'm hoping to make it to church with my family. I haven't gone yet. They attend an apostolic church in the village.

* My language test is Monday. Think good thoughts!