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Wednesday photo: Swazi Candles

Posted on January 10, 2017 by elliewick

One of the most famous local products on the tourist route are candles shaped like animals.  Swazi Candles is in Malkerns, and the complex houses shops for many other locally-made products and crafts.      The candles are actually pretty … Continue reading →

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A moment in my life: A green lollipop

Posted on January 7, 2017 by elliewick

So many entertaining things happen in my life in Swaziland. These are the moments I will want to remember because they make me laugh, and they show insight into my daily routine. These moments are often hard to photograph and … Continue reading →

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What’s cooking: Cinnamon apple custard pie

Posted on January 5, 2017 by elliewick

I first made this pie for Thanksgiving a few years ago when looking for something different to try. I made a few changes to the original recipe, including using a sugar cookie crust instead of a regular pie crust. This … Continue reading →

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Wednesday photo: My garden grows

Posted on January 4, 2017 by elliewick

I tried planting a variety of vegetables in a variety of ways. Most failed, still to unknown reasons.  What I thought would fail the most was my butternuts. I planted seeds from a butternut from the market, and I had … Continue reading →

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Home for the holidays and advice on the Peace Corps life

Posted on December 31, 2016 by elliewick

I have lived far from my parents for many years. I went to university three hours away from my hometown. I studied abroad in Salzburg, Austria, twice, which included a summer program and a full school-year. My first job after … Continue reading →

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Wednesday photo: Baking lessons

Posted on December 28, 2016 by elliewick

My baking school started soon after I moved into my permanent site. My bosisi were excited to partake in making baked goods, and then word spread as I shared with my language tutor.  My tutor’s sister had wanted to bake … Continue reading →

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Wednesday photo: Happiness

Posted on December 21, 2016 by elliewick

I stood outside in the rain last night, so happy that it was falling gently. It has gone such a long time without any good rain.  I have had a few excellent and happy but exceptionally busy days over the … Continue reading →

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Permagarden planting tips

Posted on December 15, 2016 by elliewick

Last week I participated in a truly amazing permagarden session with Peace Corps’ permagarden trainer Peter Jensen. I started a permagarden on my homestead in November and as I build and incorporate more parts, I will write a post about … Continue reading →

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Wednesday photo: Malandela’s

Posted on December 14, 2016 by elliewick

I live near Swaziland’s valley of heaven and it truly is beautiful. One of the beautiful places overlooking the valley is Malandela’s.  The complex includes a B&B, multiple-stage conference venue, restaurant, and shops selling locally-made products.     I have eaten … Continue reading →

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A moment in my life: Mama cow steals my water

Posted on December 6, 2016 by elliewick

So many entertaining things happen in my life in Swaziland. These are the moments I will want to remember because they make me laugh, and they show insight into my daily routine. These moments are often hard to photograph and … Continue reading →

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