I got a Parcel in the Post!

Ok, I might be a little confused.  Since I’m not in the land of a former British Colony anymore, I can use American terms.  Let's try this again.

"I got a package in the mail!"

I got a package in the mail!  

Yet, the previous (parcel in the post) phrase was often the mark of an exciting day – for everyone, not just for the recipient of the package – while I was teaching at HOPAC in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.

Package days are always special.  It’s funny how it didn’t matter what was inside… or who it was for.  The entire house (or anyone who might be around) gathered for the “opening” of the box.  Perhaps that comes from the fact that things aren’t as accessible there, so anything shipped in is a REALLY big deal.  Or perhaps, parcels simply = happy days!

Regardless, I recently got a package in the post (uh, I mean mail) here in the States.  And in honor of the excitement surrounding this package, I thought I’d share it with all of you!  Are you ready?

Here we go... 

Almost there! :)

Ta- DAA!!!

Yep!  Hooray!  It’s… more text books for my third graduate class that starts next week.

Are you excited?  I am, but maybe not for the books themselves!  (Don't get me wrong... I am hugely passionate about helping kids with reading disabilities!  I just wish there was a way of soaking up the new-found knowledge from my books as I work hands-on with kids... instead of sitting on the couch reading them while not teaching!)  Mostly, I'm happy because 1) The books came quickly, 2) I got FREE shipping, and 3) there was no import tax on my package.  (Usually when we get a larger box in Tanzania, we end up paying about $30 to get the package into the country.  Thankfully, we've found some ways to get creative... namely, manilla bubble envelopes!)  On the other hand, I have the feeling things are about to get busy… :)