Tag Archives: life
Water
It wasn’t until I was talking with my dad the other night that I realized I had yet to blog about my water situation here, which is an experience worth conveying, though it is such a Western problem that I … Continue reading
Illness
I have been lucky enough in Tanzania – so far (knock on wood!) to avoid any serious illness or injury. A few scrapes, and a couple of the most minor colds I have ever had totaled the extent of me … Continue reading
Personal Space
One of the things you quickly realize in Tanzania is that Tanzanians have a different idea of personal space than Americans. Nowhere is this more readily apparent than on public transportation. Americans in major metropolitan areas crowd onto public transportation … Continue reading
“At home” – Living in Tanzania
I was asked recently by a friend what I feels like to be living in Tanzania. I have tried to keep my blog detached from my own emotions and feelings, in order to try to capture, somewhat objectively, what life … Continue reading
The rain
My first week or so in Ngara was spent in the rain, but during that period I was assured that the rain would stop for a while. Then, around a week ago, I was told that the rainy season would … Continue reading
Convenience
As Americans we are (largely) used to one of the highest standards of living in the world. Something like the wealthiest 20% (or less) of people in the world use 80% of the resources, leaving the other 80% using 20% … Continue reading