Wednesday 20th July 2022
Written by Molly.
Today was another coaching day in which we visited 2 schools in the morning (with extremely polite children, all of whom were fully engaged) before returning to camp for lunch.
The first school really highlighted how little these children have as in order to reach the pitch we had to walk 5 minutes through the village. Everyone was so excited to see us all and we all were swarmed by happy faces at least once during the day.
The food here is wonderful and recently lunch has been a sandwich with crisps that, despite the simplicity, have been keeping me going.
We also visited a third school in the afternoon, where we just played games with the children, it was clear they loved every minute.
On the way back we got pulled over for 'speeding' (3mph over the speed limit - don't worry parents they all had their seatbelts on!), but Mr Horrod used his magical haggling skills - on behalf of the other driver - to lower the fine down from an outrageous £17 to £5! As you can tell exchange rate is shocking! The drive home also lets us see some impala, water buck, kudu and a zebra. As you can imagine, the reality of being in Africa has certainly hit most of us by now but I can safely say my heart is full.
My love to all the parents, Molly.
P.S. Missing you Mum, Dad and Sam.
Written by Lucy
Went to 3 schools today and coached. My refereeing skills have definitely improved! The children at the first school (RCZ School), gave me a run for my money as they told me some of the rules, hard to keep up as they are so fast! I really enjoyed teaching games today, when we had too many children for our tag belts we improvised and played Touch Rugby! We were kept on our feet, as the numbers at each school were ever increasing - amazing!
I am very much looking forward to the 2nd and 3rd tournaments to held here in Lusaka at Chainda and Chilanga where we are staying.
I really miss Bailey, give him a squeeze for me.
Wow what an amazing day. Molly you brought tears to our eyes with your "My Heart is full" comment. Dave Keen
ReplyDeleteThese blogs are the highlight of my day, so proud of all you kids and of course your teachers too. Becky (Flo’s mum)
ReplyDeleteAnother brilliant and very busy day. 😊
ReplyDeleteThe daily blogs mean so much to us here, we can see how much you all are doing and achieving, the smiles on the children’s faces say it all. we are so very proud of you.
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ReplyDeleteThank you Molly and Lucy, it is so lovely to read about your day and all the lovely experiences that you are having. Enjoy and treasure every minute of it! Amazing that you have visits from all these amazing creatures such as zebras, giraffes, monkeys and impalas. Here at home all we get is the postman and the delivery men!!! I bet it feels very surreal when you see them. Sending love to all of you and continue having an amazing time.
DeletePS Tell Mr Horrod that his haggling skills are impressive indeed!!!
Lovely to read your blog today, Molly. So proud of you, and very impressed by Mr Horrod's haggling skills! Keep having fun, working hard, and relishing the challenges each day brings. Our hearts are full, too. Daddy, Mummy, Sam, the GP's and Indy.
ReplyDeleteLovely blog Molly. so good to hear your voice. Missing you loads too and can't wait to see you. Sooooo incredibly proud of you and love you so much. Mummy xxxx
ReplyDeleteGreat to hear about the incredible time you’re all having. Treasure Seeing all that wildlife on your daily commute! Sounds like you’re all really taking in what a fantastic experience this in. Can’t wait to read your blog Martha! Xx justine
ReplyDeleteLove the photos.
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