Tag Archives: Swaziland
The Scenic Road
Ingrid got put to the test on our way out of Swaziland. Instead of following the suggested directions, as given by our travel agent and google map, Dad decided that the quickest way to our destination was over the mountain … Continue reading
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Finding Advice & Arts in Swazi
In Mbabane, the capital of Swaziland, we walked around the old “mall” commenting on how some things were exactly the same and how other buildings had really been built up. Jokingly my dad mentioned that we ought to just find … Continue reading
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Revisiting Swaziland
I wrote earlier about my return to Swaziland during the Bushfire Music Festival in May. My first trip back was fantastic, and I was excited to get to return with my parents. I looked forward to hearing their stories and … Continue reading
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Chapa vs. Kumbi
One of the most striking details that I noticed while in Swaziland was the distinct sense of personal space and propriety. One situation that struck me as particularly clear example of this was the bus system. In all the African … Continue reading
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Part III: a homecoming of sorts
I assume that most of you reading this are friends and relatives, though maybe not all, so I’ll go ahead and tell you that I lived in Swaziland as a child for several years. I think that was probably one of … Continue reading
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