Here are some answers to some commonly asked questions about my day-to-day life. This week was spring break, so things looked a little different from usual, but fun nonetheless!







Hi! My name is Tess Penders, and I am working as a Peace Corps Volunteer in the Barahona region of the Dominican Republic. I am so excited to share this journey of a lifetime with you!
Here are some answers to some commonly asked questions about my day-to-day life. This week was spring break, so things looked a little different from usual, but fun nonetheless!
In Spanish, when you meet someone new, one way to say "nice to meet you" or "a pleasure" is "un placer." I can confidently say it's been "un placer" getting to know all of you.
One of the best parts of life in the Dominican Republic is the sense of community that each town has.
This album shares a quick example of a day in my life! This series of photos was taken while I was living with my host mom, Gloria, at the very beginning of my time here in Ojeda!