Dear Family and Friends/ The meaning of Firi: So today during my daily two-hour Wolof class, my teacher, Fatou, asked me to describe some of the differences between Senegal and other places I've lived. Why, she asked, do you have such a unique connection to this country? In so many jumbled Wolof sentences I tried to explain the sense I have here of being completely at ease. That's when she brought up this perfect term, Firi, which literally means to unbraid one's hair. Imagine! It's pretty incredible how such an unpretentious, little word manages to capture so much meaning and articulate my affinity for Senegal. I want to share this sentiment with you - so welcome to this interactive space. Please do not hesitate to make yourself at home here. Post! Reply! Comment! Enjoy! Jamm ak xamxam (Peace and Wisdom), Courtney