I was sitting at home yesterday evening and realized there were more than a few really random things that I miss from home, besides family and friends, that I would not have expected to miss. And the things I thought I’d miss are not that big of a deal. So in an effort to appreciate them more when I get back, I decided to make a list. I also have realized there are things here I have grown to love in every day life here in Africa. Enjoy...
Things I miss from the U.S...
- peanut butter cookies
- Mom’s strawberry jam and butter on toast
- fall leaves changing colors
- crisp morning runs that leave my lungs clear and my breath visible
- going on runs, period
- watching high school soccer games
- football games
- pedicures
- Grandpa’s house
- Folgers coffee at Dad’s
- reliable water for showers
- wearing sweatshirts and my fleece pull over
Things I love in Africa...
- sunshine in September and October
- incredible thunder and lighting storms
- boda boda rides
- brightly clad school children skipping their way to school
- freedom in my heart
- simple joys experienced daily
- African tea with ginger (its made with boiled milk instead of water)
- fresh fruits and pure food
- the open air market
- cold showers on hot days
- Bruschettes and chips (though only from Rwanda)
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