Yesterday saw one of my dreams come true - we went in the back of the open truck to see the boys. It was great fun driving along with the sun beating down and the wind blowing you everyway possible. We saw some fantastic sights along the way - the true Africa. All methods of transport, women and babies, things carried on heads, things built up and falling down. It was great. The boys were very happy to see us and we spent an hour or so just chatting and playing. They loved the cameras and the balloons - they took many photos themselves and loved to see their work! Back at the base we had a lovely tea and then later the team went to the cafe for fanta and pastries.
I had a room mate last night too - Emma - who is meant to be staying at the Base with her sister for a few days. However, the rats are too much to cope with and as I have a spare bed she came and kept me company which was really good. She's having a sleepover tonight too.
Today we went out to Dondo to meet the babies and it was a very moving experience, but the true reason for me being here. They just wanted to be cuddled and talked to. They all climbed into the truck when we arrived and had great fun jumping around and climbing over the sides. I took my scruffy dog puppet and some finger puppets along too, which they loved, although some were a bit unsure about scruffy when he got a bit friendlier with them! I'll take more puppets along next time we go.
We've just come back from a trip to Shoprite - shopping at last! We went to buy new plates, cutlery etc for Dondo, and ended up with quite a few extras in the trolley for the children. It was good fun, though a spot of too many chiefs and not enough indians took over occasionally as we made decisions on what to get.
We loaded the trolley, put it in the truck and then realised why you see so many trucks with people hanging on the side - we couldn't all fit in!! We managed it, and have now left it at the base ready for a trip to Dondo tomorrow.
It has been a great experience so far, and I am learning by the minute. Being able to blog and email is so good, and I am very grateful of having such a lovely team here. I can't wait to see what tomorrow holds.....
6 comments:
Hi Corrine, I'm glad you are having a good time. It is good to read yours and Victoria's blog and keep track with what you are doing. It brings back many memories, the challenges and the great things. I sympathise with Emma!
See you soon.
Love
Jackie
Sounds like you're having an amazing time! Hope and pray the electric is back! Love n hugs, Raych xxxx
Hi Coz,
Glad you are ok and the journey out is over and you seem to of thrown yourself into giving the children some fun and comfort. Thats the Coz I know and love, I can imagine you and your puppets entertaining the children your a born mother to all. We are going to St Marys on Sunday and I have asked for Prayers to be said for you and the team. Take care see you when you get back.Love Heather
Hi,
Glad you arrived there safely. Had Oscar over this afternoon - it was nice having the "twins" play together without the other siblings. I look forward to reading the blog.
Enjoy and take care.
Shamreen
Hi Corrine,
It sounds like you are having such a fab time. In the Burton house we are very proud of you for doing such a wonderful thing - and maybe slightly jealous of the time you are having. You will have such wonderful memories to bring back. Good luck to you and the rest of the team for the rest of the trip. Stay safe and I look forward to seeing the photos and hearing the stories on your return.
Lobe Kerry + 3
Thank you all so much - it is just so great to read your comments and to have your support. Bless you! xx
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