In general the people I have met have all been very nice. They always say hello and ask how are you. Many of them love to practice some English with us (I guess it is pretty obvious that we are not local) and they want to test our Swahili (Elizabeth's is much better than mine). Lots of kids look at us strangely. Since we are not hanging out in the usual tourist places some of them are not use to seeing a lot of Mzungus (white people). They will do a double take, usually have a funny look on their faces, then most of the time little kids are full of smiles and waves (sometimes some laughter because we are so different).
One day last week while waiting for our ride one of the security guys outside the New Life Band Office started tossing the ball with Elizabeth. It was hilarious. Most people are always game for a little laughter and fun.
One day last week while waiting for our ride one of the security guys outside the New Life Band Office started tossing the ball with Elizabeth. It was hilarious. Most people are always game for a little laughter and fun.
I went up the road a couple of weeks ago (about 50 yards) and wanted to buy an avocado. The guy selling says 5000 schillings. 5000 schillings is about the equivalent of $3.00 US. I looked at him and said "noooo?" He said "very good avocado". I said "not that good" and he laughed and said 500 schillings...(about 30 cents)...we both had a laugh and I got my avocado. A similar thing happened when I bought oranges recently. If they think they can they will take advantage of you. I try to let them know that I am not a normal tourist and I know how much things should cost. Can't fault people for trying to make a living.
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