Week 95: No Goats Allowed

Shhh don’t tell because it’s a surprise but I found out that the Kgosi (traditional leader of the village) called a Kgotla meeting to discuss my leaving. I was informed, secretly, that at this meeting he asked for a committee to be formed to start planning my going away party. The important parts of the meeting that made their way back to me included the Kgosi’s advice that no one was to gift me any of their chickens or goats since I would not be able to take those back with me.  Previously that would have struck me as funny however now I am just grateful to him that he saved me some potentially awkward situations. I also feel honored that this meeting happened. Regardless as to whether this party comes to fruition, the intention was there and that is something I will carry with me, which consequently will be much easier to get past airport security and even fit in my carry on.