It is cold here. But today the sun is out (kuna jua!). We split the class up into two group and are learning in smaller classes, which helps me out alot. We are starting by going over basics to make sure everyone is on the same page. I have been feeling unworthy of being here because my speaking skills are so weak compared to the other students. Last night i met a guy names John at the campus bar (baa). He was from Kenya and was a teacher here on campus and at the University of Nairobi. He taught me to say "ninakwenda haja." THis is the right way to excuse yourself to go to the bathroom, instead of saying "ninakwenda choouni" (I am going to the toilette). The polite way actually translates to something like "natures calling." haha.
So i have been keeping with my vegetarianism here and it turns out that it is easier than expected. I eat rice, vegetables, some beans, fruits, and peanut butter! I actually am eating alot...I also learned that greeting are very big in Kiswahili. People take alot of time to greet each other and there are specific ways to answer each greeting. According to Mwalimu Yusta's (one of my teachers) the reason is that people here are naturally concerned with the well-being of others. I am planning on looking into buying a used bike today in order to get out of the compund and explore the city more.
Kwaheri!
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