by abroadvolunteers
( August 27th, 2009 )
The culture! The passion! Tango! The night life! Soccer! The ice cream! The wine! The steak (I’m a vegetarian, but hear it’s good…)!
Buenos Aires has a lot to love, but like any foreign place it can get overwhelming. There’s access to creature comforts you’d find in many other large Western …
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by abroadvolunteers
( August 23rd, 2009 )
There’s a new volunteer project in the mix!
I’m helping at a pharmacy that collects donations of unused medications from individuals, hospitals, physicians, and drug companies. They essentially sort and redistribute to NGOs and other social assistance organizations. Last year, they delivered roughly $250K (US) worth of free medication to the …
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by abroadvolunteers
( August 18th, 2009 )
“¿Hablas Español/Castellano?” Do you speak Spanish? I’m asked here at least a few times a day. “Poquito,” I usually respond. A little.
I’m far from proficient, but can get by. I’ve learned what I know through a piecemeal approach. Took classes in high school. Have traveled to several Spanish-speaking countries. Was …
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