We are still waiting for the rains and the temperature hasn't dropped below 30 degrees since Terri arrived. The field cultivations are all complete and the staff are anticipating a good planting season.
Planting groundnuts by hand with Funwe Hill in the background; this is done before the rains. Tractors are available but spare parts are difficult and much time is spent on breakdowns. Hand planting provides work for the rural population.
Sunset over Lake Malawi looking east. the mountains are the Eastern escarpment of the African Rift Valley. The lake is a busy spot, there are always fishermen, laundry and bathing to be done plus recreation and water sports. The crocodile has been sighted in our bay!
Bicycles are used for many purposes and are an essential part of daily life. They are the cheapest taxi and are often heavily loaded with anything from live animals to fencing posts and large bags of charcoal.
Ian is well integrated with the farm staff, the working language is English, Chichewa, the local language is difficult but we are trying!
There is not much evidence of Christmas here but we are thinking of you all busy preparing for the festivities.
T and I
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