Saturday, August 13, 2011

Moringa Trimming

James atop the transit house roof trimming moringa trees. The leaves contain an incredible amount of vitamins, protein, and calcium and can be used to fight malnutrition. We here it's even becoming popular in US health food stores. Add it to your favorite sauce. Bon appetite!

Friday, August 12, 2011

Flying Horse No. 658

Meet Flying Horse No. 658. He's been riding around West Africa with our new Icelandic friend, Eric, since January. He (Eric, not Flying Horse) met up with his beloved, Maddie, in Burkina where she's been working on an awesome photo project for her master's, hopefully more details to come.

Tuesday, August 9, 2011

Third World Farmer

Visit www.3rdworldfarmer.com to play a free, realistic simulation of being a farmer in Africa. Julie is pictured escaping the realities of village to live the virtual version. Weird.

Sunset over Ouagadougou

Enjoy a view from the 4th floor of the Peace Corps office!

Sunday, August 7, 2011

Mt Dew

Another sign of BF development: mt dew is now available!!

Saturday, August 6, 2011

Fashion Show Prep

Sorry for the delay in posting! This morning was spent buying handwoven fabrics for the fashion show in September and for the recycled tire shoes.