Ghana

Hi Everyone,
Well I made it safely to Ghana and mentally and physically adjusting to life in West Africa. I got sick a few days ago, could be the water or food, but all is great again. Getting used to taking showers outside (cold) and using a latrene (basically a hole in the ground) for the toilet. The people are wonderful and kind, I spent 6 hrs. today riding from one part of the country.
Ghana is awesome, this coming next ten weeks we are on our way to start our training and will soon know what part of the country I will be posted in. Love you all. Take care and many blessings.
Joyous

Leaving for Ghana

Well guys, the time is here we had 2 days of orientation in Philadelphia, very good. I am leaving for Ghana tomorrow, Monday 17th from JFK to Germany and will arrive in Ghana at 6pm local time. I am told that I will not be able to communicate with family and friends for at least one week, because of our schedules.
Blessings and thank you very much for your support.

My address to write: This is temporary, and will update as the address changes.

Joy Young
Peace Corps Volunteer
P.O. Box 5796
Accra, Ghana

Love

Finals & Philadelphia

Hi All,
I received the grades for my two classes and I got two A's-how awesome, I am so very proud that I did so well. Thanks to guys at Habitat and Rachel that listened to me talk & talk about school.
Well, I am getting a bit anxious about my trip, this coming Saturday I leave for Philadelphia for 3 day orientation, then fly out on the 18th to Ghana. Keep me in your thoughts and prayers for good health. I am busy getting personal paperwork in order and packing, don't know quite how to pack for 27 months with 2 duffle bags and a backpack.
Love and Thanks to each one of you that helped me along this joyous journey.
Joyous

Leave California

Good Day,
Well I left California and arrived in Maryland early on Thursday, September 5th. It still feels very strange to leave California and especially leave Rachel, she just started her 2nd year of Law School, we really miss each other. But, we had the best time together last year, an experience we will never forget and both cherish forever. I am staying in Maryland with my niece and enjoying seeing family and friends, as well as preparing to leave for the Peace Corps. I will be in Maryland until September 15th, then leave for Philadelphia for orientation for 3 days. Love and take care everyone. Blessings.

Finals & California

Hi, Today I finished my papers and finals for both classes, how hapy I am. I am very proud of myself I should get A's or B's for this quarter. Everything at one time, I will be leaving California for good on Wednesday afternoon for Maryland. I will spend about 9 days in Maryland and then travel by train to Philladelphia for the Peace Corps orientation from September 15 - 18th.
I will miss you all in California, and so glad that we became friends and an important part of my life's journey. Love.