{"product_id":"b0cb1nsr1l","title":"Launching Into the Unknown: The Beautiful and Bewildering World of the Sudanese (The “Not How I Planned It” Memoirs)","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhat should I bring to Africa?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe answer I got to that question at 31 years old was Whatever makes you feel at home. Having lived in the southern United States, I had no idea what to pack. Once I arrived in Africa, I adjusted quickly to the various places I lived. “Home” became more of a state of mind than a physical location or set of things.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSome of my most unique experiences happened because I said yes to adventuring half-way around the globe:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWaking in the middle of the night to find the house invaded by army ants; Realizing I was the only white person on a very full bus and feeling comfortable with that; Meeting someone at a shop and ending up in their home having breakfast; Spending an afternoon at the Sudanese ambassador’s house; Enjoying sheep intestines while thinking it is macaroni. This is but a small fraction of the story, for Sudan was fuller, richer, more changeable, unpredictable, and fascinating than I expected. The people are gracious, forgiving, and hospitable. The tastes, sights, and sounds reflect a vibrant, determined, and joyful richness that overcomes poverty and significant difficulties. I was challenged and encouraged while learning great patience and the value of perseverance. This story bears my immense gratitude, especially to the Sudanese, who have taught me so much.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ANT","offers":[{"title":"Ebook","offer_id":52835070116056,"sku":"YSL57985","price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0835\/3356\/2072\/files\/61Ee8UYyUzL._SY1500.jpg?v=1793263083","url":"https:\/\/www.bookmebay.com\/products\/b0cb1nsr1l","provider":"BookMebay","version":"1.0","type":"link"}