s.o.s.
Dispatch from Abbey: Where did everyone go? Continue reading
Category Archives: FS Life
an unwanted diagnosis
At the end of 2011, Alex posted on Facebook that between her dad’s death, Flynn’s birth, and a move to Africa, the year had been pretty momentous, and a boring old 2012 would be just fine with her. Unfortunately that was not to be… Continue reading
the fight
As of last week, we no longer have a housekeeper. Continue reading
presents
Flynn’s growing pile of Christmas presents is a reminder that we’re on the more fortunate side of the “have” and “have less” divide here in Benin, and we’re not entirely comfortable with that. Continue reading
being american abroad
As we mark our four-month anniversary in Benin, Alex wonders, “Are we really experiencing Benin or just living in an American bubble?” Continue reading
no longer the newest
Three new faces have arrived at post. Plus, Flynn has a new trick. Continue reading
after these messages
Ever want to learn more about AFN? Now’s your chance. Continue reading
driving
What’s driving like in Cotonou? Continue reading
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balance
On reclaiming the “life” half of work-life balance. Continue reading
it’s all here
Fifteen weeks after it was sent, the last of our stuff has finally arrived. Continue reading