I’m on my way! First flight is delayed due to fog! But long layover in seattle so it should be fine. Apparently the incoming plane tried to land but missed!
The pullman flight ended up being cancelled but they were able to book me out of spokane. So after a stressful drive I’ve made it and my flight is on time! On to seattle!
T-60 hours!!!
After careful consideration, we’ve decided to just pay, though this is irritating apparently it is quite typical of the government! I suppose whats $500 in terms of a once in a life time opportunity? And if this is all that goes wrong, then it will have been quite a smooth trip. I fully anticipate other “difficulties” to be encountered, hopefully my electronics will not decide to die.
My program manager just called to inform us that the Tanzanian government has decided to increase the permit (for volunteer/work) by $500.00 for long term workers (so, me). Options include shortening my visit to 8 weeks, then coming home, or staying for a month on my own in Tanzania (SCARY), or paying the fee. Not sure what to do, although not surprised by this it is quite irritating, and was decided this previous weekend. While I am tempted to come home early (early October), I also think that doing so could be a mistake I would later regret. We have until tomorrow morning to decide…
Colliding With The Earth 