For most of my life I have lived on a farm with my parents and siblings in rural Oregon.  In May 2009 I graduated from Corban College with my Bachelor of Science in elementary education.   July 2009 through July 2011 I am serving in Mozambique among the Mwani people, where my primary job will be teaching.

I love: Ugandan tea, multiples (twins, triplets, etc), bookshopping expeditions, the ocean, late night chats with friends, pineapples, driving, and Africa!

I have loved Africa since my first visit (to Nairobi, Kenya) in 2006, and knew that somehow my future would be intertwined with Africa.  In May 2008 I returned to Africa, this time to serve with Africa Inland Mission in Uganda.  After three months in Arua, Uganda I returned home to complete my senior year of college.  (I have uploaded the emails I sent out during my time in Uganda, so that you can enjoy the many amazing stories.)

I am excited about the opportunity to serve the Lord on the wonderful continent of Africa, and I can’t wait for the exciting, amazing, and maturing adventures that I know will come my way!