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I'm not an EMT, I just play one in Liberia

Posted on September 22, 2009 by etherton

This is a little story that illustrates what I love and hate about living here, but first a little about my younger years. Back in the day I had the amazing privilege of serving as a volunteer fire fighter at … Continue reading →

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Bosses in Town

Posted on June 19, 2008 by etherton

My immediate boss, Dr. Michael Best, arrived in town last week with his boss, Dr. Bill Long, chair of the Sam Nunn School of International Affairs at GT. They came here to assess the situation on the ground, and bring … Continue reading →

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Akon in Liberia

Posted on April 16, 2008 by etherton

Senegalese rapper Akon came to Monrovia today for a concert. Akon is by far the most popular musician in the country. You can’t go 100 feet without hearing one of his songs being blasted at a bar, music shop, or … Continue reading →

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Bar at The Plaza Pizzeria

Posted on March 21, 2008 by etherton

The Plaza Pizzeria, located next to city hall on Tubman Blvd in Monrovia, has added a bar area to their establishment. They were building it when I was here in May 2007, and it’s now open. I walked in the … Continue reading →

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Beggars

Posted on February 25, 2008 by etherton

I’ve been wanting to write something a bit more introspective, so I’m writing a bit about my thoughts on beggars in Liberia. I’d like to be generous, kind, and loving to people. At the same time I want to be … Continue reading →

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