They say every single volunteer can bring skills to their
placement, never did I think mine would be of the plumbing kind.
Much to many people’s misconception, Ethiopia does indeed
have toilets. Much like those we get in the UK; ones you sit on, with a water
flush (although similar to many countries in Europe, you cannot flush toilet
paper – no biggie).
I happened to notice the toilet in my room seemed to constantly
be filling, so I went in to investigate. Upon lifting the lid to the cistern,
it was in fact nearly brimming to the top with water. Just as well I spotted
it!
With a bit of jiggery pokery, some pleading and the help of
a Swiss army knife, I managed to rectify the problem. So, thanks goes to my
Papa Bill for the Swiss army knife and to my Daddy for making me help with the
DIY at home – without such things I would surely have been ankle deep in toilet
water.
Sadly my manicure did not survive this experience.
K x
P.S No they do not teach this in the girl guides, but I
think maybe they should!
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