George Setting Up the Beds (with Mosquito Nets)

Phillip Cooking Dinner, with a Warm SP in Hand

Each night, George would make up our individual beds in one section of the house, using the mattresses, linens and mosquito nets from the canoe. We quickly got used to sleeping in close proximity with our host family and our own group of five. Each night, Phillip, with a warm SP (the local beer, thanks to Trond), would set up the kerosene stove inside the house and cook a delicious meal. We ate with gusto, sitting comfortably in our wicker chairs around the cooler or a small table. The villagers have no chairs – nor electricity, indoor plumbing, paid employment, cars/trucks or road access to the village.