Almost 4 weeks in

So, now I've been here for about 4 weeks and I'm definitely starting to get used to things in Uganda.  Like I've said, a lot before, it is very different but I am beginning to really starting to like it out here.

Cooking so far is still the most challenging thing for me to do because I'm not the best cook at home, but I am certainly trying.  There isn't like a one stop shop for food here like there is at home so that is taking some getting used to. However, I have discovered some good places to go and get the food that I need.  Everything is so fresh, or too fresh, so I'm learning quickly how to tell if fruits and veggies are good or not.

Recently, I made the decision to just start riding boda bodas, which are a motorcycle taxi.  The key is to find one that is nice, reliable, and safe. There are some numbers of boda drivers on the fridge in the house that I'm staying at and I called one last night to take me to town.  It is the cheapest and fastest way to get around town.  Not having a car has been challenging because I'm used to just being able to go wherever I want whenever I want.  Now I'm having to rely on others outside of myself to help me get around.  At first I was using special hires, which are personal drivers.  They are very useful but are a much more expensive way to have to get around town.  I'd say they are good if you are going out in a large group or doing some serious grocery shopping.

So last night, I went to the National Theater and attended the Bayimba Festival.  It was an international festival that was in Kampala.  The musicians that were there were from all over Africa and there was one from Brazil.  It was a really interesting event and I was impressed that something that big was planned and executed well.  I made my Israeli friend, Hagit, go with me.  We also discovered what Silent Disco is, which was actually quite fun.  The festival had crafts and food for sale.  It was really cheap.  Only 1000 Ugandan shillings which is $0.40 to enter.

I'm glad to be feeling more comfortable in Uganda and it feels good to have found a boda driver that is reliable and safe.

Hopefully more from me later!