Terminalcoffee discussion

As I was on my mammoth neighborhood walk this morning, thinking of what I'd do after graduating this December, I was thinking of a girl I know from CSU who is going to be teaching English in Morocco next year. She has a contract, a place to live, and a guarunteed salary of 50K+ to start. I could do that for a few years, pay off my loans, and have enough to pay a down payment on a home.
Sweeter could totally find work for the military with his background, non?
Tell me why this is a bad idea, 'cause I'm kind of into it.

How is the medical system in Morocco?

So, uh, what's the medical system like?

I don't think I could move to the middle east. Still considering Africa.

I was wondering what the medical system is like, since you have a baby and all. That's the main thing I'd worry about. Because that's the main thing I worry about in all situations: my kids. From the state department's website regarding Morocco:

"MEDICAL FACILITIES AND HEALTH INFORMATION: Adequate medical care is available in Morocco’s largest cities, particularly in Rabat and Casablanca, although not all facilities meet high-quality standards. Specialized care or treatment may not be available. Medical facilities are adequate for non-emergency matters, particularly in the urban areas, but most medical staff will have limited or no English skills. Most ordinary prescription and over-the-counter medicines are widely available. However, specialized prescriptions may be difficult to fill and availability of all medicines in rural areas is unreliable. Emergency services and specialized care outside the major cities are far below U.S. standards, and in many instances may not be available at all. Travelers planning to drive in the mountains and other remote areas may wish to carry a medical kit and a Moroccan phone card for emergencies.

In the event of vehicle accidents involving injuries, immediate ambulance service usually is not available. "

"There were a series of bombings in Morocco in March and April 2007, two of which occurred simultaneously outside the U.S. Consulate General and the private American Language Center in Casablanca."

I'm with Gretchen...my first questions would be about medical care and schools (although my kids are older). But the idea sounds cool...

SALLY!!!! This would be awesome! :)

(Except, what about shebangs?)

Oh. There you go. Dealbreaker. Not gonna work. Can't do Shebangs. :)
I'm like a grandma.

Morocco yes, middle east no.

I have considered going into the military at various points during my life as well, actually. I think one of the greatest things about my dad is that he was a military man, and thus has provided shelter for me and my family - financial, medical, etc - that has long outlasted the duration of his service.

I'm going to work this fall with a gal whose husband is in the Army reserves. The rest of the time he is a CPA and does something like that for the Army in texas three or two weeks out of the month. Maybe this is from where my idea was born?

Sally, seriously... go for it.

Sally, I say go for it. Someone said now is the time, you are young, Leah is not in school and I agree. Before you know it life will be complicated by all kinds of other stuff. If Sweeter is working with the military you can still do your Shebangs... just send through the APO...it will just take a while longer. Can you imagine living in Casablanca?! I had a customer last year who moved from there. He was so interesting and came here to start a business as an interpreter.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fpoysh...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WgUBjm...

I would totally do it. Adventures and new experiences are good.

SALLY!!! DO IT.

I also say go for it!

Now would be the time Sally.

Peer pressure. : /

Don't do it, Sally.

Hahha. Larry. ♥ You know I could still get on goodreads from there, right?

I have a wonderful Moroccan cook book at home. The food is divine. Do it, you will never get the chance later on and you will live with the regret if you don't.

You will have an infinite number of dark, hairy Moroccan lovers.

Sally wrote: "Hahha. Larry. ♥ You know I could still get on goodreads from there, right?"

You never know.

Lobstergirl wrote: "You will have an infinite number of dark, hairy Moroccan lovers."

Maybe I should move to Morocco.

Lobstergirl wrote: "You will have an infinite number of dark, hairy Moroccan lovers."

To say nothing of the men.

I say go for it. DO IT!

...do you by any chance parle francais?

I just joined this group, but this was the first thread that caught my eye. If you think you could fulfill all of the needs you might have, and you think it would be a fulfilling experience for yourself, go for it.

I know that something I am seriously wanting to do in the next few years is applying for and attempting to join the Peace Corps.

Welcome to TC Caity. I have a niece that just returned from a two year stint with the Peace Corp. If you are at all inclined to do this, and have the ability I say go for it, it only gets tougher to do over time.

Welcome, Caity!
I have two good friends who did Peace Corps - one still works for the HQ - and absolutely loved it. Good luck!

Lillian Carter applied to enter the Peace Corps at age 68. I was always impressed by that but I also wondered how many old people they take.

If I could just drop everything and sell my house, I would do it. Maybe when I am done paying for college. :)

I recently read of an Iowa woman who entered the Peace Corps in her late 60s. She had a lot to teach, she was in good health, and she had no obligations at home that would distract her from serving.

I was looking at the Central African Republic's profile on the State Department website and it's Level 4: Do not travel.

"Violent crime, such as armed robbery, aggravated battery, and homicide, is common.

Armed groups control large areas of the country and they regularly kidnap, injure, and/or kill civilians."

If you decide to travel there anyway, they advise you:

⦿Draft a will and designate appropriate insurance beneficiaries and/or power of attorney.

⦿Discuss a plan with loved ones regarding care/custody of children, pets, property, belongings, non-liquid assets (collections, artwork, etc.), funeral wishes, etc.

⦿Share important documents, login information, and points of contact with loved ones so that they can manage your affairs, if you are unable to return as planned to the United States.

⦿Be sure to appoint one family member to serve as the point of contact with hostage-takers, media, U.S. and host country government agencies, and Members of Congress, if you are taken hostage or detained.

⦿Establish a proof of life protocol with your loved ones, so that if you are taken hostage, your loved ones can know specific questions (and answers) to ask the hostage-takers to be sure that you are alive (and to rule out a hoax).

⦿Leave DNA samples with your medical provider in case it is necessary for your family to access them.

⦿Erase any sensitive photos, comments, or other materials from your social media pages, cameras, laptops, and other electronic devices that could be considered controversial or provocative by local groups.

Wow.