Tag Archives: abuja
Drop Cars and I need to ease myself…
“45,000 to Katsina Ala.” Looking at our Gashaka Information Packet, it explains we should pay roughly 30,000 Naira the whole way via private taxis—or “drop cars.” Having too much luggage between us, it was simpler and only slightly more expensive … Continue reading
“I want to go to America”
“Chong Chong” Um, excuse me? M gives me a wide-eyed amused look. “Are you from China?” “No, I’m American.” “She’s American.” “You do not look American. Where are you descended from?” “My parents are Chinese…” Sigh…Not this again! Getting up … Continue reading
Hot Hot Heat
“Hello, you’re welcome, I like very much” He said, pointing to my sunglasses perched above my sweaty forehead. “You give to me? Yes, thank you. I like very, very much.” Hopeful look. “I like these very much too. Thank you, … Continue reading
Busy as a bee…
One year ago, I was enjoying my last month at Lajuma before going to the Democratic Republic of Congo. This year, I’m also preparing for a new journey. In a month, I’ll begin collecting data for my dissertation. Location? Gashaka-Gumti National Park … Continue reading
