So this just became very real...and not at all surprised that it all came together last minute. FIVE days until I depart from the Vancouver airport arriving 2 days later in Entebbe, Uganda - only 30 miles from Kampala, the capital city. Once I am welcomed into my new home by various roommates I sense my arrival will be short celebrated before I start work at the school the following day. But it's Africa, so who am I to predict anything that happens once I debark the plane. From what I understand, my job entails feeding 220 students and teachers daily, training staff and elevating the schools food service system. With many more surprise tasks I'm sure. The school is called Heritage International School of Kampala and from what I've seen it's beautiful. But once there and settled I will post my own pictures which will most likely be updated on facebook or flickr. I will also have access to skype (account username: kali.mackell) for anyone wanting to connect between the 11 hour difference.
So here's hoping Vancouver doesn't get snowed out in the next few days and my next post will be made from the foreign influences of Africa...
Travel tip #1: Any travel you pursue requires much planning, patience and money. But with some optimism it pays for itself and every ounce of energy put forth into preparation becomes evidently invaluable.
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