What I learned from growing up in Africa

There were many life lessons to be had from growing up in Africa, and this post may have several parts, so here is Part I

1. There is more than one kind of zebra- there are two main varieties- Burchells- wide stripes, and Grevy's- narrow stripes. No idea if I spelled those right. And for those of you wondering- zebras are white with black stripes! : )

2. There is also more than one kind of giraffe. There are at least three that I know of- Masai, Boxed, and Reticulated.

3. Malaria is not fun. Seriously, NOT FUN!

4. Eating termites will not kill you. They are full of protein and really do not taste bad.

5. Always tell your teacher right away when there is a black mamba in your classroom. . . you do not, I repeat, DO NOT raise your hand and wait to be called on. This particular point I cannot stress enough!

6. Monkeys will grab food right out of your hand after jumping from a distance that is not imaginable to the human brain. While eating food anywhere within a mile radius of monkeys- stay in your car.

7. Never drive into the middle of a herd of elephants- they are bigger than you and they will charge your car. : )

8. Bartering for everything you buy can be a lot of fun once you get used to it.

9. Walls, security guards, and a guard dog will still not stop someone desperate to break into your house.

10. Kenyan chai is the best in the world! : )