This is my second Peace Corps Host Family, the Orazibetovs. They had their hands full dealing with me since I am, umm, a big trouble maker common for young Americans living overseas for the first time. I really miss them and hope to see them at least one more time in my life time. … [Read more...] about My Second Kazakh Host Family – Orazimbetovs
1999
Uzgen, Kyrgyzstan
Just outside of Osh, Kyrgzystan, when people think of the small town, Uzgen, they think of these two minaret towers outside the Uzgen Bazaar. … [Read more...] about Uzgen, Kyrgyzstan
Tash Kumyr, Kyrgyzstan
We spent half a day in Tash Kumyr, Kyrgyzstan, testing students for ACCELS "Freedom Support Act's FLEX" program. It is a small city that can be difficult to reach. We had to drive along a mountainside until we reached the dam. From there we could cross a bridge over the Naryn River to Tash Kumyr. … [Read more...] about Tash Kumyr, Kyrgyzstan
The Naryn River – Tash Kumyr, Kyrgyzstan
The mighty Naryn River makes its way across Kyrgyzstan. On the outskirts of Tash Kumyr, Kyrgyzstan, it flows into a reservoir tamed just briefly before heading to Uzbekistan becoming part of the Syr Darya river. … [Read more...] about The Naryn River – Tash Kumyr, Kyrgyzstan
Kyrgyz Turkish Lyceum – Jalal Abad, Kyrgyzstan
The Kyrgyz Turkish Lyceum are considered some of the best schools across Kyrgyzstan. This is the boy's lyceum in Jalal Abad, Kyrgyzstan. … [Read more...] about Kyrgyz Turkish Lyceum – Jalal Abad, Kyrgyzstan