Brigid's gone native-no muss no fuss

Now as I think all my friends know in the US I took time with my grooming and wardrobe. I patiently blew dry my rather curly hair everyday to give it a sophisticated style, I put on makeup most days, I wore nice jewelry, usually dabbed on a bit of perfume and tried to wear nice coordinated clothing. Well those days are behind me. I've gone native! First of all I am usually sweating to death since it is on average 90 degrees with about 80% humidity and no one has A/C so the idea of putting a lot of effort into my looks seems pointless. I've been here now for almost two weeks and have not put on one stitch of makeup (tried mascara once and it slid down my face making my eyes look ridiculous). I've also decided for the "natural hair look" which means my hair is somewhere between curly and a frizz pile most days. I'm actually considering braids or dreads and now understand why they are so popular here. I've not put on so much as a ring since I've been told it is not a good idea to wear nice jewelry and as of yet have not purchased any inexpensive native pieces. Also I've purchased a few "African dresses" which are quite colorful, comfortable and cool. I've decided worrying about what I wear is pointless since whatever I put on will be soaked and sticking to me within 30 minutes anyway! Over the years many of you have teased me about just how "white" my skin is. You'll be happy to know I'm actually starting to get a tan and imagine by the time I get home will have a nice one. I do slather on SPF 100 since the sun is so strong and the last thing I need is a severe sunburn but even with I'm turning a rather golden color (at least for me).