Things are changing around the Jungle. Megan is finally getting settled in, and doing very well! Kory, the volunteer from Canada has returned to the tundra. (I'm sure glad I will be here through the worst of the winter!) So Meg and I are working just the 2 of us until the new volunteer arrives on Dec. 4. The baby monkeys are almost 2 months old now, and they are starting to venture off the backs of their momma's. It is darling to see them climbing on their own and wandering around! And we are all anxiously awaiting the approaching "high season". I'm looking forward to being busy as the days go by more quickly that way and also hopefully making some more money in tips. Chuck & Candy pleasantly surprised me with a raise, which was very much appreciated! Chuck said that they were very pleased with the way I have become part of the team and the hard work that I've put in. I have never accepted compliments well, but this was nice to hear! It is such a different work environment down here. And its been a little hard for me to adjust tot he "island time" mentality even at work! Everything is much more laid back and slow paced, and being a type A perfectionist like I am, its been hard for me to slow down and accept that things will get done in their own time. I'm constantly having to remind myself, "It's not wrong, its just different!"
I have been going to the gym the past week or so after work! I pay 100 RD ($2.50 US) for my day pass and even get to use the machines with electricity upstairs! I've actually really enjoyed it! I'm no gym rat by any means, but it does make ya feel good to do some exercise!
Well, sorry I dont have much more to report! Other than I'm getting very excited to have my family here in January!
XOXO
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