I'm amazed at the difference between the two countries: Kenya and Rwanda ("Wanda"). Nairobi was much more "big city." The official language is English; they are taught the language in school. We saw well-dressed, cosmopolitan people walking to church on Sunday and to work on Monday. There was a chance for much "small talk" with everyone we met. In Rwanda, the people speak French, English, Swahili and Kinyarwanda. It is much more rural, and Kigali is the main marketplace for all the people in Rwanda. Driving through the city to exchange money and get bottled water (I posted the invoice), it was definitely an"up close and personal" experience! Driving through the marketplace we were often within inches of the people walking in the marketplace. What an adventure we are having: the Covent Garden Hotel is a universe away from the Hotel Gorillas! Stay tuned.
Tuesday, July 14, 2009
My First Blog 'In Country"
I'm amazed at the difference between the two countries: Kenya and Rwanda ("Wanda"). Nairobi was much more "big city." The official language is English; they are taught the language in school. We saw well-dressed, cosmopolitan people walking to church on Sunday and to work on Monday. There was a chance for much "small talk" with everyone we met. In Rwanda, the people speak French, English, Swahili and Kinyarwanda. It is much more rural, and Kigali is the main marketplace for all the people in Rwanda. Driving through the city to exchange money and get bottled water (I posted the invoice), it was definitely an"up close and personal" experience! Driving through the marketplace we were often within inches of the people walking in the marketplace. What an adventure we are having: the Covent Garden Hotel is a universe away from the Hotel Gorillas! Stay tuned.
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So the adventure continues. Can't wait to see some photos of Kilgali -- sounds so colorful. Hope that your meetings with various relief organizations go well. You remain in my prayers.
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ReplyDeleteMissed your smiling faces this past Sunday morning; now I know I'm spoiled to belong to such a great group. Just found out how to post a comment. How nice of Rodney to take you so far!!! The pictures look great and love the "Africa" song. I send my thoughts and prayers to you ALL and to the community you are finally going to meet. Looking forward to hearing more about your trip.
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