This region of the country becomes concert central during June; partly because the rice harvest provides people with extra income and because of Madagascar’s Independence Day (26 June). During my time back at site I’ve gone to two concerts already and plan to go to a third this Sunday. At the Jerry Marcos concert yesterday I was even selected to come on stage and dance. I think this was only due to the fact that I was close in proximity to a group of screaming teenage girls(the same as in any country) whom he asked to come on stage for a dance contest. Needless to say I didn’t win the contest; I guess I still haven’t mastered the art of dancing to Malagasy pop music.
Besides the fun at concerts, I’ve really enjoyed being back at my site the past two weeks. I realized it was the first time I thought of Amparafaravola as home. I really missed my friends at site, saying hello to everyone on my daily walks to the market, and biking by the rice fields. I am already able to bike short distances and hope to be able to jog around the track soon. Thanks to all the get well wishes and birthday greetings that were awaiting my arrival when I returned home.
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