Kenya Chronicles: Part 1 – Nairobi & the Coast
Never in my wildest dreams did I imagine going on a safari in Africa. My husband had always wanted to, but I found the idea terrifying. The thought of being in an open jeep with wild animals roaming freely was overwhelming. In India, I’m hesitant to even walk past stray dogs — so being around lions, elephants, and other wild animals felt out of the question. But when my cousin and her husband graciously invited us to join their family trip to Kenya, we paused and reconsidered. I agreed mainly for my husband’s sake, thinking it would be the perfect chance for him to experience the safari with fellow enthusiasts while I just tagged along. To my surprise, the reality turned out to be completely different. I found the experience exhilarating, peaceful, and deeply enriching. Along the way, I also learned so much about Kenya and its culture. This trip was full of firsts for me — my first visit to Africa, first safari, first time south of the equator, first hot air balloon ride, first time...