The Kenyans

If you want to be on time for an appointment, you really have to give yourself an extra 30 minutes since most likely you will be greeting everyone along the way. The hand shake is important and is also a sign of respect. You then ask each other 'Habari', how they are, how their family is and what they are doing today. This of course takes some time when there are a lot of people.

Kenyans love to chat and they are amused at my accent. They are surprised at how i can be Asian looking, but have an Australian accent. We talk about everything, especially families. My family is minute compared to the Kenyans, who have at least 8 brothers or sisters. Yesterday at the office, we had chai, which is tea and milk boiled together. Sounds simple, but tastes great. You usually have this with some bread and jam. Chai is another opportunity for everyone to sit around and chat.

Chai

 I've only been here for a few days, but feel very welcomed by the Kenyans. Unfortunately, i have to say good bye and head to Nakuru,where i will learn new names and faces again. Until then, lots of packing to do.

'Corner shop'

Bus stop for matatus

Markets

Nakumatt - supermarket