Tuesday, January 17, 2006

Sqautty potties....

So...sqautties are the most popular toilet variety in South Asia, however, many Americans do not have them in their homes. I must say I was extremely excited when to my amazement my bathroom had indeed a sqautty. Now to the average american squatties are awkward and I have yet to meet one who has completely mastered the art of "squatting" without peeing all over themselves and the bathroom. Although I admit I have not mastered this skill, it is one of my definite goals, while I am here.
I have much marveled at the South Asian's ability to simply pop a squat pretty much anywhere. Whether playing a game, washing clothes, or making roti, they will simply squat down and get to work. I have tried this technique, but I have come to the conclusion that my butt is too heavy, b/c I always fall over backwards. I so long to just sit on my heels as I have seen so many here do. I am excited that I get to practice everyday in the privacy of my own bathroom.
In the picture above you'll also see my shower. My bathroom is kind of an open design. I take a shower and water sprays everywhere, all over my sink, my toilet. When It means you can shower and clean the whole bathroom at the same time. BARGAIN!!!

3 comments:

Mandi said...

you are hilarious! i admire your squatty ambitions and wish you the best of luck :) i hope things are continuing to go well in the big C. we're having a good time in the borderline hot weather here and thinking of you guys up in the cold. anyway, i'll talk to more soon--love ya!

Anonymous said...

loving the squattie pottie...I think we need to install one here in miami! hope things are going well there! miss ya! :)

Anonymous said...

I love squatty potties! :-) I'm so enjoying reading your emails and hearing about all your adventures! Much love, Alicia