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Where’s Joann?

December 10th, 2011

Flies in my Amber

If you’re looking for me and want to know what I’ve been up to…check out by brand spankin’ new blog Flies in my Amber!

I’ll be writing about culture, ranting about the media, pondering the writing life and posting humorous stories about growing up in a Polish-American family. And along the way, I’ll be sharing my journey as I work on my first novel. Check it out, drop me a comment and find me on the Twitt-ah.

A New Adventure

March 31st, 2008

As you might have noticed, the volunteering blog  has been quiet for some time. I’m brainstorming a potential new life for it (which might just entail the hunt for a new verb…Joann does what exactly?)

But in the meantime, you can follow along on my latest adventure here.

A Message from the Kids at SEAM

January 28th, 2008

For all your support, for all of your donations, for all of your well-wishes…. I, and the kids at SEAM say “Thank you very much…Nandri!”

The Jesus Song (video)

January 28th, 2008

The kids at SEAM sing their signature farewell on my last day.

A Day in the Life at St. Joseph’s (video)

January 28th, 2008

A week after settling in back home, I’ve finally had time to play around with some video snippets. And so, for your viewing pleasure…A little footage of some sanding in the chapel,  a (blink and you miss it) nod of approval from Ravi. And then we head downstairs and raise an accidental ruckus with the children.  

A Final Day of Photos

January 21st, 2008

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Saying goodbye at Assisi to Sister Rose, George, Sylvia and a sleepy Sophie.

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A courtyard shot of SEAM (Southeast Asian Mission). Just before I left for the trip, and during it, I received a few more of your generous donations. Your contributions will go to this organization.

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Touching our toes and just getting warmed up for our mini-yoga session at SEAM.

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Chilling out in downward dog.

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Striking their best camel pose.

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George, a volunteer and teacher from California, leads us in a spirited round of Five Little Monkeys — always a crowd pleaser.