I believe the word is ubiquitous...everywhere there are guns. Police, soldiers, guards...In Namuwongo one can't walk 20 paces without guns. We are used to it and don't bat an eyelash. Yesterday, the kids in the Peace and Justice group broke in to 2, and I went to the Soweto section of Namuwongo. It was not pleasant, but it is where some of the kids live their lives. Maybe they will do better.... Our little literacy project is doing well. I had one today who put sounds together to make words. Of course I was mad with pleasure.There was 1 girl, Veronica who screamed and cried constantly, but was switched to Ruby's class. Now she comes in to say Hello teacha Judy, and sings. She never did when she was with us. Tomorrow we are hosting a party! We tried the grilled chicken 3 times and it has not been what I want!!!!(sound familiar, Kavita and Ruby) I hope it is good tomorrow......Invitees: Mr. Okoth, headmaster of St. Henry's,and his wife, Ronah and Joyce, teachers of our kids lasst year, and Esther Watts' niece, who has been working here for a year. We will serve wine! Back to the important stuff: the project at St Henry's goes well. We want to expand, but maybe we must wait till the kids have been there longer. I already see 2 kids who should be sponsored to real school, but that is for 1 of you to decide! These kids steal your hearts, but after 40 plus years of teaching, I quiver if Olivia, the real 'teacha', leaves for more than 10 minutes! Chaos in needle park! love to all.
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I'm happy to read that some of the kids have made visible progress! As for your chicken request, last year you had success after you wrote out exactly what you wanted for the kitchen staff-- maybe try that!
Have a great time at your party. Say hi to HM Peter for me.
Love, Ruby
Boil the chicken for a few minutes before you put it on the grill. That way you won't burn the outside with inside not being done.
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