Hey everyone, I know it has been some time since I posted on here (almost 2 years, I know!) and I'm sorry I haven't been keeping some of you updated with my life, although most of you I've seen at … Read more about What’s happening in Swaziland right now?
Jesus Loves Muslims Too…
A friend of mine (Ericka Jackson) posted this earlier today and in light of recent events, I thought it needed be shared with all of you. I don't mean to offend anyone but just to share my thoughts … Read more about Jesus Loves Muslims Too…
The American Way of Life (& Support Raising Update)
Well I've been home for two and a half months now. There were and still are tough moments of adjusting back to the American way of life and others that came naturally. (Like watching TV again!) I'm … Read more about The American Way of Life (& Support Raising Update)
Siyabonga kakhulu
Thank you so much for all of your wonderful support for the "Protect me from HIV, Ngilikusasa"! Thanks to all of you who donated, the event was a huge success. We were joined by a vision team that … Read more about Siyabonga kakhulu
Siyabonga kakhulu part 2
Siyabonga kakhulu means we thank you very much in siSwati! I am officially back in the US (that's why I was able to post the last blog with pictures). Thank you so much for all of your … Read more about Siyabonga kakhulu part 2
Mixed Emotions
As we near the end of our trip I keep having so many conflicting emotions. At our last debrief in South Africa I remember one of our leaders, Jimmy, saying that this would happen. This past week … Read more about Mixed Emotions
Grief
Even though this country is ravaged by HIV/AIDS and death is seen often, it doesn't stop the grief that comes with it or the shock of a violent death. I tried to keep this as least graphic … Read more about Grief
Being a tourist
I'm not really sure where to begin...in a good way. =) Sorry for the lack of communication this past week, read below and you'll find out what I've been up to. [It' Tuesday night] I find myself … Read more about Being a tourist
“Protect me from HIV, Ngilikusasa” (We need your help!)
To close out our time in here in Nsoko, we want to have a big event, an anti HIV/AIDS campaign tentatively on May 1st. The theme will be "Protect me from HIV, Ngilikusasa" (or I am the future). It … Read more about “Protect me from HIV, Ngilikusasa” (We need your help!)