In addition to the dust, cloudless days, and brown landscapes, dry season also means these incredible bush fires. Now, I haven't figured it all out, but I think the idea is to clear the tall grass and land to make it easier to farm. So they'll set this one area on fire and just let it go. I don't think there's much control about where it goes. Usually footpaths or fences curb the burning. Also, another benefit is that the fire pushes all the bush rats and rodents to a certain area, making them easier to catch. Yum yum!
These shots were taken out at Miango, where we had our annual SIM-Nigeria Spiritual Life Conference. Brings a whole meaning to being "baptized by fire." Jocelyn and I are on the run here.
Soon I'll be posting a blog about the INCREDIBLE week of camp we had last week in Kurmin Musa, so don't turn that dial! Pictures of it have already been uploaded. If you just click the right link that says, "Lots of pictures" you'll be escorted to my web album. Word of the day: "Wuta" = fire; light. This is also the word used for power so when NEPA goes out, they say, "Who took the fire?" = Wanene kai wuta?"
1 comment:
Oh, nice blog. I hope you enjoy your stay in Nigeria. And keep blogging!
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