Nunguni: the start of all this Kenya business and home to Will for one year. When he left in 2006, the people gave him the name "Musyoki" meaning "one who returns." Whether it was wishful thinking or prophecy, they were right. I was very excited to finally see the places where Will lived and worked, and to meet members of his theatre group, Muungano.
The scenery of the foothills was absolutely spectacular.
The first thing we had to do when we got into town was visit Mama Kimeu at the posho mill. This is her little kiosk where she sells flour, snacks, and other things.
The children of the village followed us around, exclaiming, "British! From America!" (Geography apparently isn't their strong suit)
This is the parish where Will stayed. He planted some trees and many of them survived and grew pretty tall (some, however, were eaten by goats). As we ran into people he knew around the village, everyone mentioned his trees and he really seems to be remembered for them.
Members of Muungano who still live in the area: Kyalo, Michael, and Felicia. We met up for tea and mdazi at "Chic Jambo," a local restaurant.
The children of the village followed us around, exclaiming, "British! From America!" (Geography apparently isn't their strong suit)
This is the parish where Will stayed. He planted some trees and many of them survived and grew pretty tall (some, however, were eaten by goats). As we ran into people he knew around the village, everyone mentioned his trees and he really seems to be remembered for them.
Members of Muungano who still live in the area: Kyalo, Michael, and Felicia. We met up for tea and mdazi at "Chic Jambo," a local restaurant.
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