Today marks 52 years of
independence since Great Britain established themself in this East African
country.
Oh and just a FYI… The name
of the post is the colors of this country’s flag.
Last year I gave some fun
facts about The Pearl so feel free to catch up here: Oh Uganda!
Unlike in the States where
everyone takes the day off to BBQ, head to the town parade, and watch fireworks,
life in Uganda is like any other day.
People are still mingling
posho and peeling unripe plantains for matooke.
Bodas continue to overtake
taxis on the road, somehow making a parade of their own.
Businesses are still open
and operating.
This year I decided to
celebrate with my favorite people… My youth!
The day started as any typical
Ugandan day does, with tea. Some of my
girls met me at the house for this typical breakfast and then we ventured into
town to complete some errands.
We then arrived at In
Movement where my girl Zuliakah surprised me with this one of a kind hanging,
katenge fabric mobile. I now have to
figure out how to get it back to California…
We sat in the garage as we
listened to some of our favorite UG songs, indulged in our favorite traditional
lunch, and shared about the different customs that we have.
Apparently for many of my
youth, Independence Day is not a day where extravagant celebrations
commence. This seems to be standard among
many Ugandans for the non-religious holidays.
My response to their
explanation, “Hey! There is always
reason to celebrate and that can include your average Thursday.”
Which is exactly what we
did today.
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