Claim OwnershipUkraine As It Was: Journals of a Peace Corps Volunteer in Ukraine
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As a Peace Corps Volunteer in Ukraine, Lawrence journaled nearly every day while serving alongside his wife. Nearly 20 years later, he wants to share their experiences in Ukraine--the good and the bad, the happy and the sad--with the world so people can see Ukraine as it was.
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Lawrence and Karen bring chocolates to folks.
Lawrence reflects on his low feelings.
Lawrence participates in the international women's day event at the lyceum.
Lawrence has a hard time getting photocopies made.
Lawrence decliens to dance--and makes a lot of folk happy.
Lawrence briefly talks about an eventful party.
Lawrence talks about taking marshrutka's around town.
It's getting quite cold in Ukraine, but Lawrence still has errands to do.
Lawrence recounts the big party he attended and opines on food, drink, and masculinity in Ukraine.
Lawrence has a dream about his grandmother. Colleagues pick up a man out of the snow.
A few, quick notes before Lawrence falls asleep.
Lawrence realizes he isn't talking to people out on the street--and makes a change.
Lawrence begins working with a Ukrainian language tutor.
Lawrence and Karen spend time with their host mother for her birthday.
Lawrence and karen are back in Kyiv, studying Ukrainian, and hanging out with friends.
Lawrence wakes up with a poem in his head, and he writes it down.
Lawrence struggles with crosswords--but tries anyways.
Lawrence cooks dumplings with his host mother.
Lawrence tries to describe the historic cold snap in Ukraine of the winter of 2006.
Lawrence wrestles with illness and pokes around the kitchen.
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