Just a few notes from my trip this far . . .
--Drive to the market with Emily, Kristi & Ian (Emily's brother) to buy fresh fruit and groceries. While in the super market with Ian the power went out for about a minute. I am so amazed to see frosted flakes, coca cola, and many other brand names from the states. I have never seen so many bags of flour or sugar before but I really enjoyed it. I was also impressed to see computers at the check outs and even the grocery store has a smart card for discounts for frequent customers to earn points.
-- Later in the day we walked to meet Peter- a tailor. He lives about 1/2 mile from where I am staying. He makes curtains, sheets, clothes, aprons and mends clothes. Then we walked to this little shop which sells jewelry- like earrings, necklaces, and bracelets made from beads, bone, seeds, and bottle caps. Also there were bags/purses and clothes. It is definitely a place we will be returning too!!!
-- Today we are just chilling at home with the family. Emily's dad finished his last day of work with the Navigators for the holiday break. His coworkers and their families came over for a lunch. Also we celebrated Esther's (a coworker) birthday. Played hide n go seek with the children and even tried buffalo- not really my thing but it was okay.
Well its almost 7pm here and getting dark soon. The weather today was great, breezy, windows open about 78-80 degrees :) and not a cloud in the sky.
sidenote- my bag was still in London and should be coming to Nairobi tonight at 10pm.
Swahili words
Fundi- expert, jack of all trades
Maziwa- milk
kahawa- coffee
takataka- trash
mzungu- white person
Amy,
ReplyDeleteSounds like your having a good time so far other than mislaid luggage. As you are able to witness T.I.A. Happiness is not what we have it's what we enjoy. So enjoy every moment while you are there.
By this time you should have your luggage-yes !
Love,
Dad