Today we woke up to a welcomed slight drizzle after a hot and bothered night. After an early breakfast, we packed our equipment and supplies onto the bus to make our way to our prospective centers. After the introductions, we settled and started planning our projects for the rest of the week. Painting is a large part of this Phedišang program and all the groups got started on this today. But we couldn’t wait to play with the kids and share our games from home. We were amazed by their exuberance and excitement and it’s definitely rubbed off on us. Catherine even got peed on, so much for a warm welcome! J
After a hearty lunch of samp, beans, and beans and beetroot salads, we finally got to meet the leaders we would be working with for the rest of the week. We were nervous as they were our age and things could turn out to be awkward , but this was not the case at all. With the leader’s help, we found progress much more speedy and pleasant.
After one more round of games, we finally made our way back to the mission. Sitting on the yoga mats with a beautiful mountain range behind us, we discussed our highs and lows of the day. Despite the problems we may have faced, we realized we were in a very special place and we fully intend to make the best of it.
Khanyi, Lindi, Jemma
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