The rains kept us waiting and they have arrived with a vengeance, 19 inches since 1st January. There have been several wild storms, roofs have been blown off, rivers flooded and villages cut off. The tractors have been bogged down and planting has been by hand.
These discs harrows were stuck
for 3 days.
Land Cruiser up
to its axles in mud.
The roof of the school office blew off, the only room with electricity. Repairs may take some time.
This is our main route to Lilongwe, the current detour takes an additional 2 hours on the regular 3 hour journey.
We are enjoying the experience of the short growing season and note how well the Malawian people take care of their crops, all necessary in a subsistence environment. Agriculture features on the primary school curriculum, young children tend crops and herd stock (cattle, sheep and goats).
Ian continues to be busy on the farms, Terri has made a contact at the local school where little English is spoken.
We make time to enjoy our surroundings.
Kayaking just before sunset, this can be hazardous, see below.......
.......this notice is displayed above our local bar.
We have no TV or radio and rely on fluctuating band-width internet; emails, photos and contact from home are a lifeline, please keep them coming.
T and I
Yes, we understand; it's been chilly with persistent drizzle here, and the squirrels are a menace.
ReplyDeleteWe are all looking forward to the Damp Season.
Have you seen and crocs?