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trip change

lwjackson51 — Sat, 04 Jul 2009 12:34:29 GMT

I'm not sure if everyone heard but our trip to Liberia was postponed! We received an email from Keith, our logistical support there and someone we had not met,

settling disputes in Kpelle tribes....

Sam Droege — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 14:41:40 GMT

A very nice read.... http://www.anthroprof.org/documents/Docs102/102articles/kpelleMoot.pdf P Bees are not optional.

Kpelle People - Info about the tribe we will be visiting

Sam Droege — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 12:41:23 GMT

Kpelle SYNONYMS: Gerse, Guerze, Kpese, Pessy Orientation Identification and Location. The Kpelle are the largest ethnic group in the West African nation of

Some comments from a Liberian Orphanage NGO about the Payne Orphanag

Sam Droege — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 00:55:59 GMT

... From: Andrew Tyler To: Sam Droege Date: 06/25/2009 06:03 PM Subject: Re: Sense and Sensibilities in the

Advice on how to do in Liberia from A Liberian in Baltimore....

Sam Droege — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 22:02:29 GMT

P Bees are not optional. ... From: Benedict Kragbe To: Date: 06/25/2009 11:31 AM Subject: RE: pending Visit to

Another $205.00 for Priscilla's Children

Sam Droege — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 21:10:01 GMT

From folks at the office.... sam P Bees are not optional.

Re: talked with Priscilla

Linda Jackson — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 19:47:55 GMT

thanks KA! I am open to small light stuff....especially pencils. Thanks for the good wishes. LInda ... From: triptoliberia@yahoogroups.com

interesting article about orphans and gentleness

Sam Droege — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 13:06:49 GMT

Gentleness? In the Child Development Program we have been talking about the Fruit of the Spirit. Yesterday we got to "gentleness". I asked the kids what it

Re: talked with Priscilla

Kal17@... — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 03:44:48 GMT

You guys have probably already tought about this-- but what about bringing crayons andart supplies?? I have some I coul donate if you can find room for them in

Re: something to buy in liberia

Kal17@... — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 02:52:26 GMT

Buy me some Sam.? I'm goof for the 15.00 bucks!? Have a wonderful safe glorious trip--I'll be thinking about you guys.? What a cool cool life adventure.

Re: talked with Priscilla

maialili3@... — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 04:02:21 GMT

what plugs/receptacles are used there? Do you need to bring an adaptor for charging camera batteries & stuff? I should have a universal one if you need it.

Respect in Liberia

Sam Droege — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 00:31:04 GMT

Respect Liberians are very friendly and sociable. However, they do not take kindly to being ignored and will call you "rude". Make sure that you greet as many

something to buy in liberia

Sam Droege — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 00:27:37 GMT

There is beautiful printed fabric in Liberia. It is sold in lapas (usually 3), a lapa is rougly equivalent to 2 yards. 3 lapas of the best quality, real wax,

Re: talked with Priscilla

Linda Jackson — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 17:49:43 GMT

Yes, I'm still on for lunch, will bring something, and no mention of costs so far. You may want to call and talk with her directly. Linda ... From:

Re: talked with Priscilla

Sam Droege — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 15:51:36 GMT

Thanks Linda: Are we still on for this Saturday at Noon or so...do you want to come over for lunch?....Actually, Wren might be working I will have to check Did