Details

The invitation packet arrived with a bit more information:

I depart March 14th for Mexico and will spend the first three months in training in Queretaro (124 miles NW of Mexico City), where I'll live with a host family. My title will be "business consulting, technology transfer and organizational strengthening specialist."

I'll find out then where I'll be stationed for the next two years. I might remain in Queretaro or go to another state where it is safe, which includes many parts of Mexico. Volunteers in the Technology Transfer program live and work in larger cities.

I'm making some progress with Spanish classes and enjoying my free time, especially now that the waiting and wondering are over.

Here's to a wonderful holiday season and an exciting new year! I'll write more when my new adventure begins.

Adios

It's official -- I'm in the Peace Corps!

I just received an e-mail from the Peace Corps saying a letter of invitation is in the mail with details about my assignment and I will have 10 days to accept. This is for the Technology Transfer Program in Mexico I described earlier, which departs in mid-March.

Finally! It's so nice to have something concrete to go on. I'll add details as soon as I know more.

Yo estoy feliz (I am happy!)

Donna