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Mzungu

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Relationship status: Married

Member since Dec 21, 2007

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July 01

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June 30

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June 29

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June 28

updated an entry in her blog.

June 25

replied to the message Fulfilled Desire in the Buddhist Boomers group.

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A Michigander..... however, (Hometown), I've lived in MI - MA - FL - TN and in 2000 moved to SCOTLAND. Since Oct 2007 my husband and I have been in UGANDA where we will live for 2 years. After the volunteering placement is finished we will return to Scotland which is the place I consider my home. Places I've been on holiday: Australia, South Africa, various European countries with plans for New Zealand and a tour of the west coast of the US.

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Mzungu (also spelled muzungu) means 'white person' in Kiswahili. The term is used in many African countries and is not used in a derogatory manner. When walking down the road we often hear people calling out 'mzungu, mzungu' just to get our attention or to try to sell us something. I am a mzungu living in Uganda for 2 years with my husband who has volunteered with VSO. <---See details in my History.

I have an extensive blog about our experiences in Uganda including a link to my photo album:

http://volunteersabroad.blogspot.com

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When I moved to Scotland from America I was not aware of just how many thousands of differences there More…

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What are you buying at the farmers market?

Seasonal fruits & vegetables

Are you saving for retirement?

No, I should be fine

Do you own a cell phone? If yes, how long have you owned one?

4+ years

Are you looking for a new job?

No, I'm retired

What is your marital status?

Married

What kind of trip would you love to take in Italy?

Rent an Italian villa with my friends and/or family

What's your favorite game to play at home?

Chess

Now that you are over 50, what are you doing that you never thought you would?

Living in Africa

How many children do you have?

2 - 3

What is your educational background?

Bachelor's/Associate's Degree

How is your garden doing this season?

Full of ripening vegetables

What is your favorite type of music?

Classical

Where were you born?

Wyandotte, Michigan

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posted by willowtree61

What a wonderful life adventure you are on - makes one wonder...what's next?

Take care and thanks for sharing!

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posted by Mzungu

Just discovered I had a guest book! Unfortunately since my internet in Uganda is painfully slow, I don't check forums or message boards often.

In answer to Briganter's Q... mozzies are mosquitoes. In the US we called them skeeters but I've picked up the European nickname.

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posted by amberscribe

I find your page fascinating. Your life is an adventure everyday. I hope to get the courage to do something similar.

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posted by Brigantiner

Annie, I just started reading your blog. Will get back to it ASAP. I think I could cope with most of it, but what are mozzies?

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