Gail B

Leason learned, the hard way!

Posted by Gail B | 1st August 2009

I’ve learned a lot living in Arjo Gudetu, Ethiopia and almost all of it I’ve had to learn the hard way. The cultural differences the language barrier and the fact that I am the only white person in town has led to countless misunderstandings, many frustrating interactions and above all endless embarrassing moments. Here is a recap of some of my favorite lessons learned to date as I am sure there will be many more to come.

Lesson #1 --> Do as the Locals do!

I arrived in Argo a stubborn, cocky American. I had been living in Ethiopia for 3 months (with my host family in Ambo during training) and I thought I knew it all. So when I was told that in order to get water I was going to have to fetch it from the river I thought no problem, I’ll go buy some buckets. Off I went to the local “suq” (shop) and picket out two 15 litter buckets (for those

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