May 12, 2001:
I finally got the info on how I'm getting to Cote d'Ivoire. We meet in Philly on June 5 & 6 to start our training, then fly on June 6th from JFK to Brussels to Abidjan. I'm very excited... it's finally here. I have read all the stuff they've sent recently and I really feel ready to leave. Most of my questions have been answered.
In the meantime, I'll be roaming the U.S. visiting friends and family, and staying with mom in Atlanta in between trips.