The Watermelon Man
Posted September 5, 2019 by JanDushanbe
Republic of Tajikistan
September 5, 2019
Hello,
In a previous letter I declared that “The Tajiks are the most kind and generous people I have ever met.” I stand by my description. But I neglected to provide any examples.
In another letter, I asked you to “Remind me to tell you the story about the Watermelon Man.”
So please allow me to explain.
My very first experience in Tajikistan is unique: