1 week left!

Ronah had an appointment this morning so Kavita and I were alone with her class until about 10:30. We reviewed the life stages of a butterfly and were so impressed with how much they remembered! Then we had them sing some songs to wake them up (they are still getting used to the 8am start time), while we laughed hysterically at the sight of them dancing “calypso” with so much rhythm and attitude! So adorable! This was followed by Math, and we continue to teach multiplication as Ronah had started earlier. Barbara, Bosco, and Julius K were among some of the children who finished their work correctly and quickly and asked for more work once theirs was done! We couldn’t say no, of course, so we gave them more work (and more difficult, too!) which they completed effortlessly!

Just before the morning break it started to rain so we ushered all the kids into Joyce’s small classroom. Ronah arrived and organized a “battle” between group A and B. It was a riot! The two groups stood facing each other in a back and forth song and dance competition that had us in stitches. One group sang “shake, shake, the mango tree”, and the other would respond with “Baby beluga”, etc.. This went on for about 15 minutes.
Then it was story time, but for a change the kids were the ones to tell the tales. Immaculate Julius K. sat in front of their classmates and quietly took turns telling Ugandan legends in their native Lugandan. Ronah had the kids translate the stories into English afterwards.
Today’s lunch was delicious split peas and posho. The children sit in circle and eat their lunch so quietly. For those who are used to getting just one meal a day, and are now receiving 3, it is a real treat! We decided today that they need some time rest after lunch instead of running wildly around the compound on full stomachs as they have been doing. Winnie threw up all over the floor after just 5 minutes of play time. Little Sharon, who looks like she is 4 years old but is about 6, gave her friend hand and cleaned it up with a mop and bucket like she was looking after her own child.

the afternoon, Ronah asked the kids what kinds of things they do in their homes to which many replied, “wash the clothes” “take care of baby for mommy” “fetch water” etc. The responsibilities they have at such a young age are unbelievable. Winnie replied, “make poopoo in the toilet”. The class was hysterical. I can’t believe we are leaving in a week. I miss these kids already.

Off to Jinga tomorrow to see the source of the Nile!

Xo
Ruby