You Know You're In Zambia When ...
BY ALEC HART, LUSAKA, ZAMBIA – We've been in Zambia long enough that we are very aware of the big differences between Zambia and the U.S. Last week, we started a new game on the bus. We're trying to (humorously) capture the things that were distinctly Zambian. Some are funnier than others. For some, I think you just have to be there to get it. Maybe things seem funnier because we're always riding around town on a purple and white bus. People always turn and point at us.
So, you know you're in Zambia when...
... ads for LAUNDRY detergent say, "Tough on dirt, easy on HANDS."
... everyone speaks English but no one understands you.
... you can't get into an office because the only key for that room goes home with the person.
... it costs more to get your laundry done than to buy new clothes.
Comments
Hey Alec,
These are great. I loved the one: everyone speaks English but no one understands you. Maybe it wouldn't cost more to get your laundry done if you did as the ad implies and wash by hand!. What have you found to be more similar than you expected? Impressed by what you are all accomplishing.
Posted by: Margaret | August 23, 2006 12:37 PM
"Don’t Push The RIver"
(old proverb--The River Only Flows One Way)
Thanks for the T-shirts
I am only a Supporter
I love what you’re doing
I wish I could support ya
You’re changing the world
I’m so proud to know ya...
I love what you’re doing
I wish I could support ya
I see life is hard
There is spirit but no money
Living on corn mush,
Pride, and not much money
I hope you can change lives
god help us all
And know that I loves ya
But can’t change the flow.
(Money only flows one way my dearest friend)
Love ya!
Posted by: Anonymous | September 1, 2006 10:24 PM