No One Ever Learned to Walk by Taking One Step

"Do not be discouraged if your plans do not succeed the first time. 
No one learns to walk by taking only one step." 
Catherine Pulsifer

This quote was first introduced to me by sweet Sabia, a friend and fellow Peace Corps Volunteer in Niger.  It has stuck with me ever since she pointed it out to me, scrawled out in black sharpie on the back of a folder, while we sat through the evacuation conference. 

To me it says, onward fair lass, VAS-Y...keep moving forward. Towards your goals and dreams.

THUS, I begin a bold new adventure to the liiiitle West African country, Benin. My wonderous Grandmama pointed out that the country is shaped like a key. Perhaps it is the key to hope, friendship, inspiration, growth!?! I'm not sure, but I am sure that it is the key to the next step in my life.

I am coming to you Benin. With an open heart and mind. And of course, a big ol' SMILE.