Monthly Archives: May 2015

The weekend we spent at Mama Anna’s was probably one of the best weekends that I had while in Tanzania. At Mama Anna’s I learned what plants to use for medicinal purposes, how to make coffee and honey (who knew there … Continue reading

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Mama Anna’s

The best part of Mama Ana’s was interacting with the people there. We kicked off the weekend with Justin (Mama Ana’s son) explaining how Mulala Cultural Tourism programs started. It was so interesting to hear her story. It all started … Continue reading

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Mama Ana’s

This weekend we went to Arusha National Park for a walking safari and drive through the park. The scenery was beautiful and so refreshing to see all of the beauty that nature has to offer here in Tanzania. Although it … Continue reading

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The Last Day

Last Day 5.27 Today is my last day in Tanzania. It’s the last morning I will eat toast and bananas at the Outpost. The last time Joseph will drive us down the bumpy roads to school. The last time Isack … Continue reading

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Bittersweet Goodbyes

Today was our last day at Jaffery Academy here in Arusha, Tanzania. As we said goodbye to our teachers and students it was hard to think about the fact that we might never see them again. The teachers and students … Continue reading

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What I have learned…

I have learned so very much from this trip in more ways than one. For starters, I have learned so much about myself as an individual. Before coming on this trip, I was a very organized person with everything. I love … Continue reading

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Mama Anna’s

Our last excursion of the trip was a visit to the Agape Mulala at Mama Ana’s. Before we got there we experienced a walking safari through Arusha National Park as well as a mini safari drive through the park. During … Continue reading

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Nakupenda

One of the most memorable experiences I have had here in Tanzania is having the opportunity to spend a weekend with Mama Ana’s family and friends. In just two days I have experienced so much kindness and love from our … Continue reading

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What I have learned so far…

Everyone I told about this trip told me that it was going to be life changing and I guess I did not really believe them. And let’s just say I cannot believe how wrong I was. While there are a … Continue reading

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What I’ve Learned

It’s crazy to think that our month here in Tanzania is up. I had my last day of school today and said my good-byes to the students and staff. I’m really going to miss them. And in just a few … Continue reading

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