To say that I have been a horrible blogger these past five
months would be an understatement. My
experiences have become so normalized to me, that I often forget people in
America may find my life unique and interesting. I have silenced myself on many occasions due
to the general animosity I often feel towards Tanzania and other traumatic events
that I am not allowed to write about because of Peace Corps. Overall, I do not have a good reason or
excuse for my neglect and apologize to the people that enjoy reading my
blog. I will make an effort to update my
posts, so look for back dated entries.
Many things have happened over the past five months. The 2012 school year ended and the 2013
school year began. I returned to the
United States to celebrate Christmas and New Years with my friends and
family. Readjusting to life in America
was both exciting and overwhelming. My
students performed extremely well on their English NECTA and I found validation
in my countless efforts to become a good teacher. I had to say goodbye to one of my closest friends
in Peace Corps and my favorite students at the school left. I have felt more emotions than I can
list. There have been moments of extreme
loneliness and isolation. At times I
have felt frustrated with Tanzania and with myself. I have
not integrated into the culture nor do I have the language proficiency that I
imagined. I have questioned my effectiveness as a volunteer. On June 12, 2013 my Peace Corps service will
end and I return to the United States shortly after. As I approach my final month here, I realize that
I am both excited and sad to leave this place.
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