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How Peace Corps Poster Boy Won My Heart and Third World Adventure Changed My Life

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I never thought I would find love in the Peace Corps. I had always imagined myself as more of a career woman, focused on my work and not on finding a husband. But then I met Matt, a handsome, intelligent, and compassionate Peace Corps volunteer who was everything I had ever wanted in a man.

First Comes Love, then Comes Malaria: How a Peace Corps Poster Boy Won My Heart and a Third World Adventure Changed My Life

by Eve Brown-Waite

4.3 out of 5

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We met on a training day in Washington, D.C., and I was immediately drawn to his kind eyes and warm smile. We talked for hours that day, and I learned that he was from a small town in Wisconsin and had joined the Peace Corps to make a difference in the world. I was so impressed by his commitment to service, and I knew right away that he was someone special.

We started dating soon after, and I quickly fell in love with Matt's sense of humor, his intelligence, and his passion for life. He was everything I had ever wanted in a man, and I couldn't imagine my life without him.

After training, we were assigned to different countries. Matt went to Burkina Faso, and I went to Madagascar. We were both excited to start our new lives, but we were also sad to be separated. We promised to stay in touch, and we wrote letters to each other every week.

Our letters were filled with love, laughter, and stories of our experiences in our new countries. I learned about Matt's work with farmers in Burkina Faso, and he learned about my work with women's cooperatives in Madagascar. We shared our hopes and dreams for the future, and we both agreed that we wanted to spend the rest of our lives together.

After two years of service, we were both ready to come home. We were so excited to see each other again, and we were both looking forward to starting a new chapter in our lives together.

We got married a few months after we returned home, and we now have two beautiful children. I am so grateful for the Peace Corps for bringing Matt into my life. He is my best friend, my lover, and my soulmate. I can't imagine my life without him.

The Peace Corps was an amazing experience for me. I learned so much about myself, about the world, and about the importance of service. I also met the love of my life. I am so grateful for the opportunity to have served in the Peace Corps, and I encourage everyone to consider ng so.

The Peace Corps: A Life-Changing Experience

The Peace Corps is a volunteer program that sends Americans to developing countries to work on projects that promote economic development, improve health and education, and build community. Peace Corps volunteers work in a variety of fields, including education, health, agriculture, and business. They live and work in communities alongside local people, and they learn about the local culture and language.

The Peace Corps is a challenging but rewarding experience. Volunteers often face difficult living conditions and work long hours. They may also experience culture shock and loneliness. But the rewards of service are great. Volunteers gain valuable skills, learn about the world, and make a difference in the lives of others.

If you are interested in serving in the Peace Corps, I encourage you to apply. It is a life-changing experience that will challenge you, grow you, and make you a better person.

How to Apply to the Peace Corps

To apply to the Peace Corps, you must be a U.S. citizen between the ages of 18 and 80. You must also have a bachelor's degree or at least two years of work experience. Peace Corps volunteers serve for two years, and they must be willing to live and work in a developing country.

The Peace Corps application process is competitive. You will need to submit a written application, and you will also need to interview with a Peace Corps recruiter. If you are selected for service, you will receive training before you leave for your country of assignment.

For more information about the Peace Corps, please visit the Peace Corps website.

First Comes Love, then Comes Malaria: How a Peace Corps Poster Boy Won My Heart and a Third World Adventure Changed My Life

by Eve Brown-Waite

4.3 out of 5