Sometimes simple things here can be inordinately stressful. Which is why we are ever so grateful to have one shopping option that is largely stress-free. Continue reading
Happy Halloween! Continue reading
We have survived Cotonou’s (small) rainy season. Continue reading
On reclaiming the “life” half of work-life balance. Continue reading
Vegetables in Benin are plentiful but require some extra steps in preparation. Continue reading
Fifteen weeks after it was sent, the last of our stuff has finally arrived. Continue reading
A few photos from our visit to the artisans’ market. Continue reading
One thing you may not appreciate about your daily life back in the U.S. is turning on the faucet and getting drinkable water. Continue reading
It’s been a long seven weeks without our car. As nice as other people have been about giving us rides, it’s just not the same as being able to go exactly where you want, when you want. Especially when hauling … Continue reading
In honor of Labor Day weekend… Continue reading