Monday, February 2, 2009

Pebbles is off to Tanzania

I have left our luxurious set-up at Lisa and Kristoffer's house in Nairobi. Rebecca, thanks so much for putting me in contact with them. They were amazing. I feel like I have known them forever!

My cousin, Sharon, is here with me. She is a life-saver, packing my backpack, tying my shoes, etc. I am a gimp.

I am a bit of a site to see. I asked Sharon to pull my hair up into a high ponytail so it will stay out of my face. I look like Pebbles, And I think I will sport this look until I can take off this tank-top and shower. And let's be honest, that is not happening any time soon. This tanktop and I are becoming one. Sorry Sharon.

I have a large, foam, peach sling wrapped around my body. When I first arrived to Nairobi, I was surprised that noone stared at the white girl. Now, I am a walking freak show. Any plans to slide under the radar and be somewhat inconspicuous are over.

So, Pebbles, in Day 2 tanktop is off on an 8 hr bus ride to Tanzania. I'm a slightly concerned as to how I am going to make this journey. The small van / bus is packed with 27 people. I don't think it is physically possible to fit anyone else in here. But, never say never - it will be a cozy journey. Also, the bus seems to get air time with every pot hole. I think this situation is calling for the yellow and blue pills - no more messing around with just the pink and purple ones.

An experience, right?

3 comments:

  1. Hi sorry about your mishap, thinking of you! Hope each day gets better and better!

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  2. Hi Jeanne - hope you ladies made it to Tanzania yesterday OK and that you are enjoying safari along with your purple/pink/blue/yellow pills! Did you or Sharon leave a pair of shoes here by any chance? Read you soon ...Lisa

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  3. Jeanne, I am so sorry to hear about your injury. I hope you feel better!

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