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Dear Reader,

This is a series of letters from me to you, as I write about my adventures studying abroad in South Africa, Fall semester of my junior year in college. I hope to inspire laughter, offer hope, and reflect the light of Christ through my words. And know even though we may be miles apart I send you All my love, Gennavieve

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