Beginning the next chapter in my life

Moving to Botswana on April 12th to begin my service as a Peace Corps volunteer.

It almost feels like a dream.

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  1. Uncle BryceMarch 18, 2012 at 2:20 AM

    Hey Nina,

    I commented on your first post in this blog but it's not there. Did you ever get it? Is this going to allow us to make comments and conversations with you?

    It's getting closer. I'm sure you are excited. I know you are going to have the time of your life. Love you

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  2. NinaMarch 25, 2012 at 11:40 PM

    Hi Uncle Bryce!

    Yes, the comment boxes offer opportunities for you to comment, question, remark, anything you'd like :) I get an email each time I receive a comment. It'll be nice to see feedback and hear from you as well!

    As it gets closer and closer it feels less and less real, but more and more nervously exciting!
    I love you and miss you!

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