Phil Double
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Author of The Overhead Locker | Finding meaning in motion | Writing + Running life 🇹🇿🇬🇧
In Maasai culture, these leaders act as community representatives, and he was upset that no one had informed him of our presence. Once reassured of our intentions, he was happy to let us continue on our way.
April 5, 2025 at 7:25 AM
In Maasai culture, these leaders act as community representatives, and he was upset that no one had informed him of our presence. Once reassured of our intentions, he was happy to let us continue on our way.
After several minutes, the man’s demeanour suddenly changed. Smiling broadly, he shook our hands and bid us farewell before retreating inside. The guide explained that this man was one of the local leaders, responsible for a group of around ten households.
April 5, 2025 at 7:25 AM
After several minutes, the man’s demeanour suddenly changed. Smiling broadly, he shook our hands and bid us farewell before retreating inside. The guide explained that this man was one of the local leaders, responsible for a group of around ten households.
our shoes and trousers were already completely filly by the dust anyway. About halfway down, a man emerged from his house, clearly displeased. Our guide engaged him in what seemed to be a tense conversation in the Maasai language. We hung back, waiting for the exchange to unfold
April 5, 2025 at 7:25 AM
our shoes and trousers were already completely filly by the dust anyway. About halfway down, a man emerged from his house, clearly displeased. Our guide engaged him in what seemed to be a tense conversation in the Maasai language. We hung back, waiting for the exchange to unfold
The dust clung to everything and provided no solid footing.... ...Unfortunately, this meant more of the same deep dust, often ankle-deep, forcing us to carefully pick our path to avoid sinking into it. I’m not sure why we bothered picking our way,
April 5, 2025 at 7:25 AM
The dust clung to everything and provided no solid footing.... ...Unfortunately, this meant more of the same deep dust, often ankle-deep, forcing us to carefully pick our path to avoid sinking into it. I’m not sure why we bothered picking our way,
it felt far more intense. Even later, back at the house, we were surprised by how little elevation we had technically gained. Leaving the property gate, we immediately hit the ‘road’—a thick layer of deep, powdery dust that made each step challenging.
April 5, 2025 at 7:25 AM
it felt far more intense. Even later, back at the house, we were surprised by how little elevation we had technically gained. Leaving the property gate, we immediately hit the ‘road’—a thick layer of deep, powdery dust that made each step challenging.
and the tank at around 1,765 meters (5,791 feet). Compared to Peterborough, where we live in the UK—just 3 meters (10 feet) above sea level—the altitude difference was dramatic. Looking at the numbers afterward, the climb seemed minor, barely over 100 meters, but in the moment,
April 5, 2025 at 7:25 AM
and the tank at around 1,765 meters (5,791 feet). Compared to Peterborough, where we live in the UK—just 3 meters (10 feet) above sea level—the altitude difference was dramatic. Looking at the numbers afterward, the climb seemed minor, barely over 100 meters, but in the moment,
It didn’t take long to realise just how steep the climb would be. Though we were only ascending the lower slopes, the incline felt relentless. Jackson and Anna’s property sat at 1,652 meters (5,420 feet), while the water junction was at approximately 1,717 meters (5,633 feet)
April 5, 2025 at 7:25 AM
It didn’t take long to realise just how steep the climb would be. Though we were only ascending the lower slopes, the incline felt relentless. Jackson and Anna’s property sat at 1,652 meters (5,420 feet), while the water junction was at approximately 1,717 meters (5,633 feet)
as we were considering providing additional funding to support the community’s own contributions. As this funding would come from the charity I was involved in, I was particularly keen to understand how the project would also benefit the children of the community.
April 5, 2025 at 7:25 AM
as we were considering providing additional funding to support the community’s own contributions. As this funding would come from the charity I was involved in, I was particularly keen to understand how the project would also benefit the children of the community.
#SelfPublished #BookLaunch #SupportIndieAuthors With the project plans in mind, Jackson suggested a hike up the lower slopes of the mountain to visit the water tank and junction box sites. This would give us a firsthand look at the work required,
April 5, 2025 at 7:25 AM
#SelfPublished #BookLaunch #SupportIndieAuthors With the project plans in mind, Jackson suggested a hike up the lower slopes of the mountain to visit the water tank and junction box sites. This would give us a firsthand look at the work required,
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April 5, 2025 at 7:25 AM
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April 2, 2025 at 7:33 PM
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Anyway, we went; we tried; we failed. Maybe another time, probably not!
April 2, 2025 at 7:33 PM
Anyway, we went; we tried; we failed. Maybe another time, probably not!
We weren’t even allowed to nip through the gate to turn the car around safely. Instead, they insisted on a 35-point turn, trying to avoid all the tourist shops that were set up very tightly on either side of the single-lane road to the gateway.
April 2, 2025 at 7:33 PM
We weren’t even allowed to nip through the gate to turn the car around safely. Instead, they insisted on a 35-point turn, trying to avoid all the tourist shops that were set up very tightly on either side of the single-lane road to the gateway.
how far we had come, our historical connection to the area, and if we could just nip through to have a quick look at the waterfall. Sadly, the outcome was negative; they either wanted full payment to use the car park or a pay-off, which we weren’t prepared to give.
April 2, 2025 at 7:33 PM
how far we had come, our historical connection to the area, and if we could just nip through to have a quick look at the waterfall. Sadly, the outcome was negative; they either wanted full payment to use the car park or a pay-off, which we weren’t prepared to give.
have a walk to the waterfall, and come back again. However, when we got to the gate, there were rangers or guards everywhere, and as we approached, one came near. Jackson began negotiating with the ranger, explaining who we were,
April 2, 2025 at 7:33 PM
have a walk to the waterfall, and come back again. However, when we got to the gate, there were rangers or guards everywhere, and as we approached, one came near. Jackson began negotiating with the ranger, explaining who we were,
As we were already on the slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro and so close to one of the entry gates where people go to start their climbs to the top of the mountain, we went to have a look at it. There is a waterfall just the other side of the gate, so we hoped to quickly nip in
April 2, 2025 at 7:33 PM
As we were already on the slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro and so close to one of the entry gates where people go to start their climbs to the top of the mountain, we went to have a look at it. There is a waterfall just the other side of the gate, so we hoped to quickly nip in
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March 29, 2025 at 2:19 PM
if you’ve read it and feel like leaving a review on Amazon, I’d really appreciate it
Thanks again for all the support!
#TheOverheadLocker #NewBook #BookLaunch #TravelStories #Tanzania #AnxietyJourney #IndieAuthor #NowOnAmazon #BookLovers #KindleBooks #SupportIndieAuthors
Thanks again for all the support!
#TheOverheadLocker #NewBook #BookLaunch #TravelStories #Tanzania #AnxietyJourney #IndieAuthor #NowOnAmazon #BookLovers #KindleBooks #SupportIndieAuthors
Now available on Amazon as an ebook & paperback!
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March 19, 2025 at 10:09 AM
Now available on Amazon as an ebook & paperback!
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