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As I've been here for almost two months, I'm pretty used to the place. In fact, I debated whether or not to even write here today, because I really don't have much to tell you. Classes are done for the term (instead of two semesters, there are three terms here in Cameroon- the first one starts in September and ends before Christmas, second begins after New Years and ends before Easter, and the third begins in April and ends at the end of May or beginning of June) and most students are done with their exams- a few of the classes who have to take national standardized exams are writing their "mock", which is a gigantic practice test for the real ones which will come this June. On Tuesday, the students not in examination classes will leave for holidays until April 12th, and those writing mock will stay in school and have holiday classes, with only a short 3-day break in two weeks. I'm still busy lending a hand here and there where needed, which prevents any boredom that may come from not teaching. Yesterday was the feast of St. Joseph and so there was a small party at school- the students did lots of hip-hop dances, we heard some speeches, and then the teachers all went drinking :). After Easter, Sr. Theodosia and I plan on going to Yaounde for a couple of days to see what the capital of Cameroon is like, and I'm looking forward to that. And sadly, Anna and Maud, my dutch friends, are leaving on March 29th. I'll miss having them around. Otherwise, things are "normal" and going well. Family and friends, I miss you a ton and I love you very much, and I'll see you before we know it!

Love,
Catherine