Two Days and Counting!

We can't believe it, but as of this time on Thursday we will both be somewhere over the Atlantic! I am getting really excited to see all of my Malian family and friends again and Neal seems to be excited to meet everyone. Between now and then we are trying to see all of our people here in Portland, arrange to ship our many generously donated books, eat as much fresh produce as possible, and of course finish packing! Here are a couple pictures of the packing scene, including one of Neal's trademarked self portraits. We are definitely making progress.


This blog will be where you can check in on our emotional state, find amusing anecdotes of our cultural adventures, etc. We will also have a blog for the project at: http://niamakoro-education.blogspot.com/. We want to hear from all of you while we're away, check back in to hear about our adventures!