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Starting A New Chapter in My Life

January 8, 2017 by Sonia Marsh 51 Comments

After exactly 15 months in Lesotho, I decided after several months of reflection, to start a new chapter in my life. I'm returning to the U.S., and looking forward to seeing my sons more often, and being with so many supportive friends. Before I get into the reasons why I decided to start a new chapter, I want to thank the Peace Corps for giving Continue Reading

Check Out My New “Gutsy” Website For the Peace Corps

September 20, 2015 by Sonia Marsh 11 Comments

  Hello Friends, How do you like the new header and video on my blog? The round hut is called a rondavel, from the Afrikaans word rondawel. It's the westernized version of an African-style hut. I love the one I selected as it has a turquoise door. I might live in a rondavel in Lesotho, while I serve as a primary education Continue Reading

My First Experience Having Google Banned

August 6, 2015 by Sonia Marsh 7 Comments

I experienced first-hand what it’s like to have Google and FaceBook banned. I was not able to logon to either at the airport in Shanghai, and asked a young Chinese woman working at the airport lounge why I couldn’t access to Google or g-mail. She blushed and in a hushed voice said, "No Google." It felt like my freedom had been taken away, and Continue Reading

Tips To Make Your Blog More Popular

March 24, 2015 by Sonia Marsh 5 Comments

It seems that everyone (over 35) has a blog these days, so how can you make yours stand out from all the others. Well apart from doing something super gutsy like posting nude photos, (I'm sorry, I couldn't resist,) being controversial or airing your dirty laundry, another way is to write as if you're having a conversation with a friend. Tip # Continue Reading

Time to be Honest…I’m Fed Up

January 19, 2015 by Sonia Marsh 61 Comments

  I have to be honest with my readers and let them know what I think about writing, social media, and publishing. You may not agree with me, but that's OK since I'm shifting gears and direction. I just hope you keep reading my blog, especially as I'm starting a mid-life gap year, jam-packed with new adventures. I'm going against blogging Continue Reading

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