As her time in Sierra Leone comes to a close, Alissa encounters a wedding and a funeral that perfectly sum up the nature of life and change in Foindu. While staying in Foindu, I am constantly reminded that life is continuing as usual, even though living in the village occasionally makes me feel like Read More
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An Intern’s Adventures in Sierra Leone: Part 6
After a brief interruption, Alissa continues to share her experiences in Sierra Leone. In this installment, she spends a late morning and afternoon trying her hand as a basket weaver, playing village games, trying not to worry about children's cooking habits, catching fireflies, and falling asleep Read More