Tag Archives: West Africa

Send Me Packing

Posted on March 27, 2018 by Jan C. Johnson

As I maaaay have mentioned once or twice (or eighty times, but who’s counting?), I recently traveled with a group of friends to Liberia, West Africa. This carefully choreographed undertaking involved months of preparation and a packing list as long … Continue reading →

Posted in I Remember When... (my OWN stories) | Tagged Africa, airline, Bestwa, carryon, crisis, crisis mentality, emergency prep, humor, Janice C Johnson, luggage, overthink, Pacific Northwest, packing, travel, traveling, Washington, West Africa | 6 Comments

Who’s Sacrificing Here, Anyway?

Posted on March 9, 2018 by Jan C. Johnson

It’s easy to think that, as citizens of a wealthy country, we USA types know what’s best for allllll the other countries. We’re here to fix you. You’re welcome. Granted, BESTWA uses donated funds to buy food, employ cooks, and … Continue reading →

Posted in Everybody Has a Story | Tagged Africa, arrogance, condescending, condescension, generosity, hospitality, Liberia, orphans, sacrifice, travel, West Africa | 6 Comments

I Got Superpowers. Who Knew?

Posted on February 9, 2018 by Jan C. Johnson

I’ve been preparing for my first overseas trip, February 22-March 5. Pretty exciting stuff! I’m going with a small group from the non-profit BESTWA, Inc, which exists to meet the most pressing needs and bring hope to the people of … Continue reading →

Posted in Everybody Has a Story | Tagged Africa, Bestwa, children, humanitarian aid, humor, hunger, Janice C Johnson, Liberia, poverty, prayer, prayer request, relief efforts, travel, West Africa | 6 Comments

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