Oh me oh my. I have all my medical materials gathered, save for evidence of my G6PD Titer (I don't know what it is either). Actually it's a test given to you to determine if you can take anti malarials - which I don't plan on taking anyways. I'd rather deal with Malaria than with the god awful dreams I suffered with Larium. Ever hacked your family into bits or starred in your own personal horror flick? You will, if you take Larium!
Anyways that aside. The title of this post is "scared," with good reason. Once I photocopy all these materials and mail them to OMS, I will be in the final stage: placement. After sending them in, unless OMS needs further clarification on something, my next contact from PC will be my invitation. Once I receive the invitation, which will include my destination country, program assignment, departure date, and passport/visa materials, I have 10 days to make up my mind. I'm ready. I'm ready? My heart is racing and my mouth just dried up, simply thinking about it.
I am terrified.
My Peace Corps journal, right from day 1 - application submission.
Disclaimer
This blog is mine personally and does not reflect any position of the U.S. Government or the Peace Corps.
Things Generous Souls Can Send Me If They Wish
powdered drink mixes
magazines
face cleansing pads
nail polish - hides the dirt!
AAA or AA batteries (rechargeable or not)
spices - whatever might taste good with rice
beef jerkey
calcium chews
fabric
saline solution
tank tops (size M)
iron pills
mascara (it's good to feel girly sometimes)
hand sanitizer
stickers / stamps (w/ ink) for school
art / craft materials
anti-perspirant (it's expensive here!)
non-refridgeration food
boil only food (EZ mac, noodles, instant whatever, and such)
new books
games
educational materials (I teach English and Life Skills)
DVDs
money!
improvization encouraged!
magazines
face cleansing pads
nail polish - hides the dirt!
AAA or AA batteries (rechargeable or not)
spices - whatever might taste good with rice
beef jerkey
calcium chews
fabric
saline solution
tank tops (size M)
iron pills
mascara (it's good to feel girly sometimes)
hand sanitizer
stickers / stamps (w/ ink) for school
art / craft materials
anti-perspirant (it's expensive here!)
non-refridgeration food
boil only food (EZ mac, noodles, instant whatever, and such)
new books
games
educational materials (I teach English and Life Skills)
DVDs
money!
improvization encouraged!
My Contact Information
Letters and things of equal (letter) size:
Me, PCV
c/o Dwasulu CDSS
PO Box 10
Ngala, Dwangwa
Malawi
AFRICA
Larger items (packages, BIG envelopes, etc):
Me, PCV
US Peace Corps
PO Box 208
Lilongwe, Malawi
AFRICA
You can get my phone number from my parents, sister, Rick, or Maureen. Or write me a letter!
Me, PCV
c/o Dwasulu CDSS
PO Box 10
Ngala, Dwangwa
Malawi
AFRICA
Larger items (packages, BIG envelopes, etc):
Me, PCV
US Peace Corps
PO Box 208
Lilongwe, Malawi
AFRICA
You can get my phone number from my parents, sister, Rick, or Maureen. Or write me a letter!
Going to come visit me in Malawi?
About Me
- Pessimistic Idealist
- See above. Also - I'll add my disclaimer now. NOTHING I say anywhere on this blog reflects the views, opinions, or beliefs of the Peace Corps. This is ALL ME, pure and simple. Sawa?! Also - if you're easily offended by profanity, please read no further. I have the mouth of a Sailor and make no apologies.
4 comments:
Hi,
I found your blog when I was trying to figure out what the hell g6pd titer is. You're not alone when it comes to having to go to the dr's office 16 million times and get all the forms filled out. Plus the incredibly expensive tests.
I was nominated to a health aid program in Africa in June. It is frustrating and a bitch to go through. Still haven't been placed because one of my references was too "vague". I think half the shit they do is for their own job security. Plus it freaks me out because it will be so much change for so long and if I tell anyone that they tell me not to go.
Good luck getting through it.
Danielle
not sure if you'll come back to check this out again, but thanks for your note. You'd think they'd have realized your reference was too vague back when they sent it in, before your interview even! Oh goodness.
Well I know you're scared... me too, obviously. Email me any time you want to - nataliemck@gmail.com and the best of luck to you as well.
I'm just looking for where to get tests done. Could you tell me how much total you paid for all this testing?
Sorry it was too long ago and I had health insurance so I have no idea.
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