Just finished up another great day at the creche. The children were all really good today. Not too terribly busy. We didn't get to make our noodle necklaces since there were a few kids absent and the teachers wanted to wait until everyone was there. So we played with playdough instead. Everyone played well together and all were well behaved. The kids have gotten pretty comfortable with us there and truly enjoy us being there. Can you guess what was for lunch? Rice...a big bowl of rice with a very little bit of vegetables and about one bites worth of chicken. They also had snack today, but it was ony 3 grapes. But the kids were happy.
I'm so glad the weekend is here...although we are only working 1/2 days....I'm still finding it exhausting. Tomorrow will still be somewhat of an early morning as a handful of us are going on a Cape Tour. We'll travel down the coast. They've promised we'll see penguins! Penguins...in South Africa! So it should be a really great day and the weather is supposed to be great. Sunday...will be a nothing day. I plan on sleeping in and maybe taking a walk into Rondebosch. I need to get to the post office and I need to buy a few more crafting supplies for the kids....and it's just a nice little walk. Not much to see...busy town streets with lots of traffic..but it's fresh air in the hot sun.
The food here is really good and our cook in the house, Simone is a master in the kitchen. There are a few of us veggies in the house, so there is always a meatless alternative. Todays lunch was a vegetable curry that we put on these homemade things that were very similar to flour tortillas...but I think these tasted a little better. Simone has promised me some of her recipes before I leave here. So family....and Monday night dinner folks.....expect some South African dishes! :)
I'm hoping a lot of folks will be out and about on Sunday. I like when the house is virtually empty and quiet. You can imagine the craziness with 27 people living here, most between the ages of 19 and 25. There are a few older folks too. Anyway...it's like Real World South Africa. I'm waiting to uncover the confession room with the cameras and all! :) Or wait...maybe its more like the Peace Corps meets Spring Break?!??! Either way.....the full house is sometimes overwhelming. I'm so grateful to have lucked out and gotten a room to myself and tend to spend a lot of time in here.
The weekend is going to be a nice break....but I will miss the kids and will be anxious to return on Monday.
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Rhonda,
What an incredible experience! I know you have a new perspective on life now. I am sure some days it is hard to keep a smile on your face and a positive attitude -- but children are children and they surely touch our hearts and make us smile. You have a tender heart and a wonderful gift -- keep on, keeping on. God Bless You and all those wonderful children! -- Mary Goins
Hey Chicky!!
Sounds like the kids are warming up to you........or maybe you're warming up to them. That's great!!
Kids, pets and house are fine. I'm remember to feed the house and clean the kids/pets. Maybe that's backwards. Although, I am going to attemt to put a micro-wave over the stove this evening so I'll let you know about the house thing later.
By-the-way, there's a HOG Ralley in J-burg this weekend if you're looking for something to do. Oh and a Harley shop in Cape Town. haha
Get out and enjoy yourself. You've earned the time away and certainly need a nice distraction for a while. Maybe N-ERP will be better when you return. hahaa
We all love and miss you very much. Take care, enjoy the sights and sounds, and relax.
Forever yours............
Rondabosh,
That one is going to stick this time. I have been reading all your postings and it is amazing to hear first hand what is going on. You are a great example of showing what true Amercan compassion and charity really is. Keep writing.
Crunk
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