Unfortunately, I dont have many pictures of the outside world, as it's not safe for me to flash my camera around too much. I hope to find someone soon to escort me through town so I can show you all what life is like here. Until then, I hope you enjoy these...
The slum leading to my home. These are shops set up illegal on the side of the road, selling everything from fruit to SIM cards to car parts. There is word that they will be shut down soon in an attempt to beautify the area, though no one seems too concerned.
One of the many goats wandering the streets
The local slum I walk through every morning. Quiet because of the holiday.
The local slum pub, fully equipped with pool tables and satelite TV.
This is my bed (notice the mosquito net in the top left corner). You would think it would set my mind at ease, but instead it serves as a constant reminder of Malaria. I am fortunate enough to have my own room.
My home stay mom. Here, you call mothers by their oldest child's name. So she is known as Mama Steve (her oldest son, Steve, is currently at University in South Africa).
Simon is the youngest of the brothers. He is very smart and loves to teach me and ask me questions about home. I hope he will do great things in life.
Hanging out with Sheena and Sidney (Sido) at home. The two of them are very close and protective of each other. I love watching them play together.
Sheena and I spend a lot of time together. She is very curious about me and loves to play games. We have a language barrier as she barely speaks english and I havent learned enough Swahili yet but we find a way to make it work.
On a side note, the excitement of the Roosters running around has run its course as I have a consistent (and unwelcome) 5am wake up call now. I did enjoy seeing a calf wandering the alley by my house yesterday. The owner offered him to me but as you can see, my room may be a little small to keep him comfortably ;)
More soon...
