We used to live in Rwanda. Most people's eyes bug out of their heads when we tell them that, assuming the country is incredibly dangerous given it's history. Well, it's not anymore. The genocide was almost 19 years ago and the country has made phenomenal progress in many areas.
But they didn't have this:
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| Oh Manila, you charmer. |
I almost cried when I moved in and saw these outlets. Being that we have lived overseas for more than 5 years now, we are constantly searching for converters, or worse, those giant transformers we had all over our Rwandan house (taking up VERY valuable kitchen counter space). Or, actually much worse, NO ELECTRICITY, like our little Ghanaian hut.
Over the years we have destroyed a couple items, namely our beloved coffee maker (RIP you wonderful machine) and a set of speakers. Maybe more that I have blocked out. And now that we own a hodge podge of 110V and 220V appliances, our outlet sitch in Manila has been a lifesaver. Granted our condo needs about 90 more outlets, but the ones we do have are so awesome. Who knew that outlets could make me so happy??
2 comments:
amazing the simple pleasures in life that can mean so much. You are an amazing pleasure (treasure) to me.
That is amazingly awesome! And yes, I think you forgot the Christmas tree. :) (Only one string of four though; still perfectly usable and made for a delightful Christmas for us last year.)
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