Mukono, Uganda
Posted by: Charley Boorman | Date posted: 10/07/2007
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Ewan and Charley befriend a tribesman ©
As Ewan mentioned in their chat with Chris Moyles last week, the team spent some time with a group of tribesmen during their travels through Kenya. Here are some clips from their stay.
'We're with the Samburu tribe in the Ndoto mountains,' explains their guide.
Charley continues, 'we don't want to disturb them, they can get on with their work, we'll set ourselves up, and come back. We don't want to, you know, get in their way or anything. I know it's probably a very busy time and they want to get shelters up before the end of the night, and all that kind of stuff, so we don’t want to interfere.
'But isn't it an amazing place? It's one of those things where we just have to let them get used to us. And then I think things will be fine and they'll just get on. At the moment I think we're a big distraction'.
Later, we catch up with Dai who has been busy...
'Dai's off now to go and look at the lady who's just given birth,' Charley tells us. 'He's going to go off now'.
'The baby was born at lunchtime today. Very, very young,' explains Dai. 'She bled quite heavily during the delivery, but really all I could do was to give her some iron tablets, some multi-vits with some iron tablets, but she's no longer bleeding.
'The girls that are there have delivered so many babies, I took their advice on whether that was normal or not, but apparently she does this every time. So for all babies she's delivered she's been like this, so it's not abnormal for her.'
Charley goes on, 'I think he's giving out some medicine and some other bits and pieces. So it's great, you know, I think it's one of the things that Dai wanted to do'.
Dai tells us more about the tribesmen. 'Generally they're quite healthy, they seem to have quite well-balanced diets. There's a few asthmatic-type cases, so I've given away the last of my ventalin inhalers. I've got some sweets for these guys in a minute. Well, they think they're sweets but they're actually multi-vits aswell.'
All in a day's work for Dai. We asked if you'd ever lent a hand on your travels - see your comments below.
Comments
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At 04:59:48 PM on 10/07/2007, Michael Lobodzinski (Toronto, Ontario - CANADA) wrote:
Cuba
While visiting Cuba a few years back, I did bring with me two shopping bags full of pencils, crayons, soap, toothpaste + brushes. I dropped off the items at a local church, where the priests could hand it out to the most needy. Anything helps. Nuf said.
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At 05:10:56 PM on 10/07/2007, dave (glasgow) wrote:
loving it..
hey guys... just wanted to log on to say how much i enjoyed LWR, and how fantastic i think your new adventure is shaping up to be!! I had resisted looking at the logs until a couple of days ago as I didnt want to spoil the experience of watching LWD when its released; having now watched all the clips so far back to back I have to say.. I'm hooked, I need more!! haw!! the daily clips are great and i cant wait to see the finished article. Both LWR and LWD show you all as outstanding ambassadors and the legacy of your shows will endure long after you finish. Watching makes us feel we're there with you, involved somehow; cant say enough good things.. live the dream guys, keep safe :-D
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At 05:14:44 PM on 10/07/2007, Steve B (Toronto, Canada) wrote:
Nice one Dai!
A nice warm & fuzzy moment that Dai was able to help those folks out - even in a small way. I'm sure the tribal midwives cope just fine, but how lucky to have a medic drop by with some modern meds and vitamins just after giving birth! My on-going wish for the LWD team is that Dai never really needs to use his med kit for anything critical. Take care guys!
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At 06:23:27 PM on 10/07/2007, Paul Tulloch (Ottawa, Canada) wrote:
Body Language
I found it quite interesting the body language and looks that were exchanged. Quite friendly really, yet hesitant on both sides. Amidst a background of wondering goats and parked motorcycles, and the daily goings on of village life, I am sure were just a bit odd for everyone. But a general feeling of curiosity and friendship seemed to prevail, which I am sure is rather great for these people amidst the threats that they undoubtedly face.
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At 08:20:46 PM on 10/07/2007, Elkie (Leiden) wrote:
Thanks for inspiring me!
Yay guys. Great stuff. Just wanted to say Long Way Round was really inspirational and this trip is too. Meeting other cultures should be something we all get to do. It teaches us so much about how alike we all really are. Riding a motorbike always makes me happy, even if it's just going on short trips. One day I will go on a big trip too. Stay safe and have fun!! XXX Crazybikergirl.
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At 09:32:38 PM on 10/07/2007, Maria (Skovlunde, Denmark.) wrote:
Lending a hand
Hmmm...no, not really. Well, if a biker's pulled over to the side of the road, my biker buddy and I always check to find out if he/she needs a hand, a tool, or a cell phone call, but apart from that...no. At home, yes. Sometimes we've got problems with snow in the winter where I live, and I don't mind lending a stuck car driver a couple of hands and a push, if that's enough. Who knows, someday I might own a wee car (- yuck...*giggle*), and then, who knows - I might need a helping hand? It all evens up in the end, I think. Anyway, it was good to read that Dai could help the new mother with some vitamins and iron tablets. It may not be much in our so-called "civilised" eyes, but it shows that you care, and that in itself matters more than anything. Thumbs up from here, Dai! ;o) And safe roads and no punctures to you guys - take care and ride safe, all of you. ;o) \o/
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At 10:38:06 PM on 10/07/2007, Michelle (Ringwood Australia) wrote:
Again the kids look happy
No matter where you guys go the kids always look happy. It must bring joy to you hearts to see such happy kids. Enjoy it while you can. Danksy
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At 11:34:09 PM on 10/07/2007, Faye (Barrow-in-Furness) wrote:
How Wonderful....!!
Can you imagine looking back on that in years to come?!?! "Just passing by in Uganda and then..." How amazing... I hope you're planning to stay in touch with mother & child. Keep safe!
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At 04:28:59 AM on 11/07/2007, Dan Van Minnen (Ottawa) wrote:
Washed Out Trail
Just returned from Adirondack mtns NY state. We diverted some gentlemen from going up through a pass that would be flooded near the end for them(the beginning for us). I was chest deep in water with my pack over my head! The men we warned were quite thankful.
At 04:51:23 PM on 10/07/2007, Richard AW Tortorella (Langley BC Canada) wrote:
Always able to lend a hand...
At the risk of sounding like an advertisement for 3M's Duct tape - I always carry a roll of the stuff while riding. Just the other week I pulled over to the side of the road and helped a motorist repair a hole in their radiator hose, thanks to duct tape. Always a great feeling helping others - even though it may put a few more hours onto a trip, it is always worth it! So to everyone out there: don’t be shy to lend a hand, remember it may be you needing help on the side of the road one day. Richard T.
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