726. That John Wall is a really great boss to have back on the ship; supportive of my Advance job this whole time and flexible and understanding of the new developments
727. That since I’m not there, Ib has stepped up and been a big help in running the ship shop and cafe over the summer and now into the fall
728. Spending time at the studio with Roguy
729. That Hanna left her helmet for us to use
730. That 10 minutes on a Zemejan can be so peaceful
731. A sweet message from the AFM crew and happy tears
732. And a sweet message from Kirstie and Nicole (the chicken is coming to Country Next!)
733. Hanna made is safely back to Holland for a couple weeks of rest
734. Discovering the Amazing Race and Survivor DVDs from Susan Parker now my nights won’t be so quiet and lonely
735. Harmen and Andrea safe arrival in South Africa for a well deserved weekend of rest
736. These faces on an afternoon when I felt alone
737. If you’re creative enough you can find S’more fixins anywhere
738. This daily reminder
739. Leftover Thai food
740. Philip made it onto his flight!
741. That I can be of help to the AFM Communications team
742. Local food: rice, cheese plantains and lots of pepper!
743. Amy Jones checking in on me
744. Aad’s support and insight as I learn how to ship containers and cars
745. The support of the local police for extra patrols on what was to be Selection Day
746. Banners are up for the canceled Selection Day
747. Business cards collected and organized for the next Benin Advance team
748. Dinner with the airport director at one of the nicest restaurants in Cotonou and very happy taste buds
749. This little cutie I get to call my niece
750. It’s less than two weeks until the Advance team is reunited 🙂
Keep up the good work KJ! Your transition from Starbucks barista to advance team coordinator is so awesome to watch! I’m so glad to have met you and to follow your adventures. You can take the girl off the ship, but you can’t take the ship from her heart! I miss you all. 💙