Sunday was chore day. I got to help dust. They didn't think I could do the hard sweeping because I'm a spoiled American with easier cleaning equipment. My cousin actually said she didn't think I could use their broom because I'm accustomed to using brooms that don't require you to bend over. Not going to argue that one.
But the best part of the day was making lunch. I walked through the neighborhood (SICAP Baobab) with Rose finding and buying the vegetables and dried fish we needed for the ceebu jen (rice and fish). Maybe I didn't help cook much of the dish, but I was there for the whole time and could cook up a mean combination of rice and spices and vegetables if you offer a good price...
I loved the feeling of being able to wander just a few blocks from our home to get our food, with the rest of the neighbors doing the same thing. I still am quite sure that I need a guide to wander through the neighborhood without getting lost, but it's nice to start recognizing some of the streets and people.
Here's Rose, with Ndeye Marienne in the background, and my masterpiece (or...her masterpiece with a little help from me...but who's checking). It was delicious. I'm telling you - I could use a summer job and I'm sure one of you could use a summer chef.
And here is the great indoor living room I so carefully dusted.
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