Day 16
Today was largely uneventful and was basically just a travel-day, but we did also visit a small bead-making factory on our way to the new campsite.
The factory was actually surprisingly interesting; we saw the entire process – from gathering old beads and melting them down, to molding and then stringing together the newly formed beads. We also had a chance to buy overpriced completed bracelets and necklaces (almost as if the shop was strategically placed after the point where we learned about how difficult it was to make them!?!).
There were multiple busses – one of which was a slightly cramped but still relatively comfortable small blue Toyota van, and the other being a huge orange death machine of fun. This is a very large safari vehicle that launches itself into space at the smallest bump in the road. It’s not for everyone and is definitely an acquired taste, but if you don’t tend to get travelsick, then it’s a great old time.
Dinner was Jollof rice, which essentially is rice with a bit of spice – we often find that we have an abundance of it lying on the tables and floor when we don’t need it.
As Oscar and I are writing this, we are witnessing some spectacular sights, such as a big black phallic object in our campsite’s garden being mounted and swung on by Peter.
Kindest regards, Max and Oscar.
PS. Sally Rawlinson, please come to the airport equipped with my phone, a functioning AUX cord and a suitable amount of money, preferably enough for a BigMac meal <33333
PPS. Lizzie Kirk, the same goes for you 😉
I’ll do my best, Oz! Looking forward to seeing you all soon; safe journey home. xxx
You all sound like you are having a blast. Looking forward to seeing you on Saturday. Xx