I've been in Africa for over 4 months now and am loving it. It has really flown!! Was thinking today about the things that I really miss about UK living and that I still struggle to get used to. Think this is inspired by all the snow stories/photos right now, and although it sounds a nightmare and incredibly cold, I am kinda envious about how festive and Christmassy it is. So after a few hours on my veranda (gotta rub it in!!) I gave in! Wearing summer clothes, I now have all the windows and doors open, yet am curled up under a blanket watching a Christmas dvd just so I can feel a lil more like I am on holidays from school in this special season and also cos I got bored of doing my planning!! Also happily munching on British chocolate-thanks Mum!
So, apart from of course my gorgeous friends and family, I really miss:
Drinking water from the tap. It surprises me sometimes that I still automatically go and fill a glass only then to remember I can't drink it!
Having hot showers any time. I have to forward plan here, and often forget-the worst being when I'm already in the pool and realise it's a cold shower on my return or a 40minute wait!
Walking anywhere!!
Going out at night without wearing mozzie spray. I get bitten so much! Apparently there are some local brands that aren't as strong smelling-I need to investigate. It is embarrassing when you get into a car and your friend coughs, then opens the window!!
Reasonable prices. Things are either so over priced and expensive in the shops (particularly candles, ridiculous!), or require heavy haggling in the markets.
Smooth roads, street lights and drivers who do not use their full beams unless it's foggy.
Good cheese!!! Oh man, it is just not the same. When I return I want to eat cheese every day, preferably for every meal, and with red wine!
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