Mail Me!
My permanent mailing address in Morocco is:
Rapp, Marjorie
BP 59
Arbaa SAHEL 85002
Par Tiznit
MAROC
Mail sent to any other address, including the Peace Corps’ address in Rabat, will not reach me.
I love mail, and it would be really great to hear from everyone!
For anyone who would like to send me something, there are a few things to keep in mind. Mail between Morocco and the U.S. typically takes about two weeks to travel. Word on the street is that packages arriving in Morocco must pass through the nimble fingers of customs officers who have a taste for goodies from abroad. Also, customs duties are often charged for new or valuable items. One suggestion I’ve heard is to claim DVDs as “visual aid materials” or something similarly vague and uninteresting. Books and clothes should always be listed as used. On the plus side, the person who had my post box before me said she was never charged any duties fees at all. Pretty cool! Anyway, those are just a few things to think about in case you want to send some American happiness my way!
Marj, the blog is great! keep up the good work!
rapper d said this on March 4, 2009 at 7:55 pm
Hi, Sweetie.
Thanks for sharing your expeience with us. You are on your way!
Suzie said this on March 7, 2009 at 9:57 am
HI Marj,
We both made it and at the same time! I take up my duties tomorrow in Jamaica after completing a month of training. All very exciting. I loved reading about your experiences thus far and I will keep reading. all best, Leila
Anonymous said this on March 14, 2009 at 2:24 am
Cool blog, Marj!! Keep posting and enjoy your adventure. Allah Achbar.
Cincytarheel said this on March 16, 2009 at 1:46 pm
Marjorie! I’m so happy to see your adventures! Can’t wait to hear more….let me know your taste in “used books” – we have a great booksale here coming up.
PILES OF BOOKS!
Your posting hosts sound so sweet.
Marj the other
Marjorie Hudson said this on March 20, 2009 at 9:43 pm
DEAR MARJ, MY MARJORIEISVISITING ME IN GAITHERSBURG,MD AND I’VE BEEN READING YOUR BLOG WITH GREAT INTEREST ON HER LAPTOP. VERY INTERESTING’ SOUNDS LIKE YOU ARE REALLY GETTING ACCLIMATED TO VILLAGE CULOTURE AND LEARNING THE BERBER LANGUAGE OR DIALECT AS WELL AS ARABIC WHICHYOU HAD ALREADY STUDIED. WE’RE ABOUT TO TAKE A WALK AROUND THE PONDS TO SEE THE BIRDS. TOMORROW NIGHT I’LL PLAY PIANO FOR OUR IRISH SINGALONG, WHERE 70 OR MORE RESIDENTS
WILL SING. WISHING YOU A WONDERFUL EXPERIENCE! AUNT SALLY
Marjorie Hudson said this on March 27, 2009 at 3:05 pm
Ill wait until you have a safe mailing address to send you a gift. Everyone here at the Backlot is very proud to know you.
Jim Pratt said this on April 3, 2009 at 10:46 pm
Dear Marj,
thank you for your kindness in helping Jess blogg. She tends to get too busy doing other things than keeping up her blog. We love your site and photo’s and have shared it with many friends. So happy you two N.C. girls are there for one another. Looking forward to meeting you in the future. Sincerely, Gloria Falkner (Foddy’s mom!)
Mom said this on July 6, 2009 at 8:27 pm
Hey Marj! My dad sent me your link. Holy Cow! I am jealous of your experiences- I also think you should know that my favorite animal is the donkey…that may change if I ever spend extended time in Morocco, however, I did enjoy the donkey sounds on your page. Is there anything in particular you like to eat that I could send you? I used to send my mom American candy when they were in England. Do they have Peanut Butter over there- I would not survive without it. Maybe you don’t want any food at all, but let me know- I’d be happy to send you something.
I have a ton of questions, but will maybe send you an email so you can answer slowly if you want. I hope you are well and I am thinking about you!
Love, Jenny
Jenny Rapp said this on October 19, 2009 at 6:12 pm