On time

This one will be right on time.

It's holiday time and everything is well in Swaziland. Even though the country is pretty troubled, it seems like most people are happy. That may have something to do with the fact that many businesses had their Christmas parties today and will be off during the holidays.

Tomorrow morning I'm going to zip down the mountain and investigate the Mantenga Cultural Village. It's basically a tourist attraction, supposed to be a picture of traditional life. Of course, instead of farming, the people dance. So it's not too traditional, but I hope to have some pictures Monday.

The other interns and I are having a bit of trouble thinking of this as Christmas. Swaziland had a balmy 80 degree day today, so thoughts of snow are far away. But I hope your Christmas season is going well.

-Ben

P.S. I'm warning you now that my posting may be irregular and infrequent during the holidays. There's not a lot going on and the office will likely shut down for a good portion of the holidays.