Travel List

Malaria pills

Mosquito net

Mosquito repellant

Ginger snacks

Casual business attire for hot humid weather

Etc…

Had no choice but to gamble on the typhoid medicine. Apparently you are supposed to take it two weeks prior to visiting areas with Typhoid. I have to admit, I do not feel well versed in the conflict situation going on in the Mindanao area, but it is impossible to be 100% prepared. Naturally I am excited, and occasionally dramatic thought of danger pops into my mind, but when is life ever not dangerous? I leave tomorrow evening and have butterflies in my stomach thinking about it. I am unbelievably excited to be in a new land, and receive guidance and support in researching the conflict, and peace efforts being made. I have no idea what to expect despite being told we would be meeting with lots of organizations. I don’t think Ill sleep very much tonight.