How to send things to Katie

I "borrowed" these recommendations from PCVs that are already serving in The Gambia. I'll add more to the list when I have a better idea of what is going on.

• Purchase international postage (approx. 90 cents for a letter, or 3 regular stamps) and write "Air Mail/Par Avion" on the envelope.
  


• Padded envelopes and small/medium boxes work best for packages (large boxes may take a long time to reach me). If you're sending a lot, the post office has a flat-rate box for $37.
  


• Label the green customs forms with "school supplies," "religious materials," "food," "personal health supplies" etc. DO NOT write down anything valuable (like batteries, solar radio, etc.) even if they are in the box. You can use generic terms like "electronics."
  Avoid sending expensive items, cash or checks.
  


• Number your letters, it will let me know if I've missed one.
  


• Packages may be subject to intense heat, small mammals and theft.