Recognition.

London, Ontario, Canada - While it's not what drives me per se, recognition for one's work is nonetheless always appreciated, particularly when it's for a project as personal as this one. My experiences in Kenya and Tanzania affected me profoundly and have helped shape my future direction.

Last night, this blog was awarded a Virtuoso Award of Excellence in the Electronic and Digital Media Category from the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC), which provided another opportunity to share the story of Western Heads East to a new audience.

Thanks, too, for the continued comments. It's always gratifying to see an unexpected comment appear, months after the initial trip.