Tanzania: Day 4

From Tanzania 2009 Photo Album

Up at 5:30. We are now well-trained for the early risings. Picked up at 6:45. Drove 40 km East of Dar Es Salaam to our distribution site at another school down a dusty and bumpy road. Set up shop and Mama was well-organized and things ran smoothly. We started around 9 am and soon began working like a well-oiled machine. Each of us had our jobs to do and did them remarkably well -- if we can say so ourselves.

In the afternoon there was a class of students singing, drumming, and dancing outside in preparation for an upcoming graduation ceremony. Linda and Bob couldn't resist the temptation to join in the fun and the students were most welcoming and patient with their beginning dance moves. The rest of us slaved away filling in the many work-related gaps left by their sudden departure. Later on, Lisa asked for one more song which all the students participated in willingly.

Liz did an excellent job in sorting kids for the pictures. She is giving Lisa a run for her money in the Swahili language department. There is an oral test tomorrow night.

From Tanzania 2009 Photo Album

Gary, as usual was showing us his wisdom and experience in many ways. Dave, our fearless leader, is keeping us all under control and truly enjoying our experience.

A number of children had to be held by their parents for the picture due to special needs and illnesses. We are impressed by the ability of many of the children to speak basic English with us. Some children seemed overwhelmed but others had gorgeous smiles and beautiful eyes that they were more than willing to show off.

We experienced downtown, chaotic Dar Es Salaam on the way home to finalize our trips to Zanzibar and Mikumi after the work is done.

We are almost halfway there and look forward to continued success and tomorrow's distribution.

Keep the blog comments coming as we do read them and appreciate your support and enthusiasm.

Love to all,

Team Tanzania 2009

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