The worst, most offensive insult that you can hurtle at someone in the United States would probably be meaningless or even humorous in other countries. Dave told us that in Sweden, the most shocking profanity involves references to Satan. It gives you an idea of the value placed on people's teeth in a place where you can't take dental health for granted. Another bit of local interest- the children have a monster myth, something they call the Watermama. It lives in the river and likes to eat small children.
Parents use it to scare their children.
The Ndyuka practice slash and burn agriculture. The burning is necessary because the soil quality is so poor. The nutrients released from the ashes allow crops to be grown for about two years before the soil quality becomes so poor that they must abandon it. They allow the jungle to grow back for 14 years, and then the cycle is repeated. We noticed a cow in the village, and asked what the purpose was in keeping such a large animal.