2 Days Until Staging

So, I just had my last going away party last night at home and it definitely is hitting me that I most likely won't see everyone again until May 7, 2013. But right now I'm too excited to dwell on that part. I'll have plenty of time to do that in Africa. To those of you reading who were able to make it thanks so much for your support! We definitely had a packed house. Anyways, I'm going to try and post on here as much as I can and I posted a link to my Picasa account for any pictures I can somehow upload, if any. I'm told the first three months of training are going to be very hectic since I have so much to learn in such a short amount of time. And, not to expect a lot of free time or to have access to the internet for that matter. So that means everyone should be writing me letters. I know, I know- actually handwriting/typing a letter and mailing it is so tedious and old fashioned compared to how most of us communicate, but it's the best way to reach me for the next two years. Plus, maybe I can use them to decorate my fabulous mud brick hut. I wont know until I get there how reliable the mail system is but other volunteers in Zambia have said they have received letters/packages in little as 2 weeks to as much as 2 months. So they suggest to start writing and mailing now, so that when I get there I can shortly start getting mail. Any sort of mail is going to be greatly appreciated. Remember you guys will be my only form of American culture and entertainment for the next 27 months. No detail is too small or too stupid. lol They also suggest to draw crosses or write religious sayings on them to help deter theft. Here's my address for the first 3 months of training. After that I'll post my permanent address.
-------Krista Rose/PCT     Peace Corps   P.O. Box 50707   Lusaka, Zambia-----
Well, I'm off to by some last minute things and pack! Then I'm off to Philadelphia for staging/orientation...and next, Zambia!