One big motley crew

The Motley crew

Kibaibai pretty much has me trained to take him on a walk EVERYDAY. Otherwise he mopes around the house. These are the kids in my village who run screaming to greet us, then sometimes continue to escort us on our walk. They are very sweet, yet sometime annoying. They love Kibaibai and have actually started to pet him. People are usually scared of him, so I consider this an accomplishment. Yesterday I went to church with Anastasia. 3 hours sitting in the sun. No mom it wasn't a catholic mass! But it should count that I went to a church! and since it was 3 hours long, I figure I'm covered till after christmas ;). 

Speaking of christmas, I decorated the house in paper snowflakes and branches from a pine tree. Im expecting company on Friday, so I thought it would be nice to decorate. 

On Friday, Anastasia took me to her cousin's graduation party. It was actually similar to a graduation party back home. The women were busy cooking and helping out and there was plenty of food (rice, beans and meat). The difference was that it of course did not start on time, and the had many people stand up to speak. They put me on the spot and asked me to say a few words! "Congratulations and good luck!" What else is there to say? 

I also visited a nearby Hospice center. It was absolutely beautiful! It is not only for terminal patients however, they also do rehabilitation. The director was nice enough to show me around. There were 5 children there for malnourishment! It was very sad. The center was actually put together by an American! Hopefully on my free days, maybe once or twice a month, I will be able to visit.