I wanted to take an opportunity to thank those who have made the first (almost) six months of service the best it could be.
- Mom and Dad, for endless packages of necessary items, devoid of the usual junk that dad throws in.
- Uncle Tom and Aunt Barb, who provided me with raw almonds and school supplies that have both been LIFE SAVERS. Oh, and Aunt Barb sent lifesavers.
- Mr. Utterbach, the loyal Illini. Your daughter's awesome.
- Laura DeMaster, Nancy Gerhart, and Angela Bend for their hilarious and motivational letters.
- Marta Jewson for her "surviving Africa" kit.
- Haven't opened it yet, but I just saw in the mail room that I received a package from Jerry and Susie. Thanks in advance!
- The good people at Chacos, for sending me free shoes.
You're welcome, Abby. For your courtesy I will consider sending you another package in early 2011 (I'll keep the exact date vague). But I can't believe you got a free pair of shoes from that company. Special pleading pays off, I guess (insert that smiley face thing here, por favor). Merry Christmas to you in The Gambia, land of the black people (per the map you posted on Facebook)from the United States of America, land of the white people. Salaam.
ReplyDeleteNo problem lady :)
ReplyDeleteHoller if you need anything else stateside!
-Marta