Well at least it is better than throwing watermelons around! Best of luck to the group over there and I hope you accomplish what your goals were while there- I bet you will all walk away with having learned something that will stay with you for years!
Experience of a Lifetime! Wow - I'm so happy for you all to be with these children - how incredible. The pictures bring tears to my eyes. So proud of you all !!!!!!!
hidden voice Lots of smiles! Looks like the school got a new covered patio. Thinking of you all - all the time! If you're still on schedule...have fun with the crocs tmw. Be sure to taste the croc meat - tastes like chicken :)
On work and play and memories Well you guys teared me up for the second time in 2 days! (altho if you ask Sean and Ev, it doesn't take much . . . ). It is wonderful beyond words reading/seeing of your adventures and your giving and your playing with bros and sis's from another continent! My thoughts and heart were with all of you, but especially you 'returnees' with your return to Hidden Voice today (a place of much fun and bonding with Manny and Gus. . . ).
Much love and peace and joy and thanks for the blog entries!
KJ/Mike
Welcome to Zambia Was just able to get connected today wish I was still in Lusaka to be with you guys. You have already doing great works out there hope you will come this way too........ Goodluck
Wonderful!! Amazing!! Moving!! Wonderful post you amazing young adults. Keep spreading God's love and inspiring us all back home too! Looking forward to your next post!!
Lemonade Of course it was scrumptious! Everyone knows (or should know) that the way to get the most juice from citrus is to roll it on the counter before cutting it open ... having them slung from atop a water tower sounds way more effective (and fun).
JP First off JP I didn't know you were a soccer player. If I were to make a guess I would say your team lost:) !! Sorry I wasn't able to talk to you before you left. I'm happy to see you are your old self waving at the camera:) Aunt Vaunne
assisi house They must have finished their renovations on Assisi house....remember when we were there, rumble was being dumped over the railing from the 2nd floor ?! Give "Bro Joe", Fathers Charles, Patrick, and Matthew a big hug for me ! Is Manny or Gesh there? Remember...its hard to hide kittens in luggage :) andy...its Greg's birthday and he's there with you.
Welcome So glad all went well. I am sure you will love Assisi house. I helped with the design of the remodeling which got all the rooms with private bathrooms:) Mikala, whom you will also meet was the other person who helped to design it. We just happened to be around when they were trying to figure it out. Bonaventure approved:)! So glad to hear that Denis did not problem solve and now with phones you can just call Fr Charles and ask him where they are:)!!
Flash Lights Hopefully Allison remembered to tell you that we packed 4 or 5 really bright flashlights and batteries (something on our customers gave her to use for the trip and then donate when you leave). I am not sure which bag most ended up in however I am pretty sure I put a couple in either her backpack or brown purse.
Thanks for sharing Thank you for keeping us in the loop. It sounds like a fascinating adventure you are on. I can't wait to see more pictures. Have a safe journey and keep posting-even if it is in the dark.
I can picture you at St. Bon :) Glad your "flight diversion" was OK.
I am constantly checking my international clock ("what time is it in Dubai and Lusaka") and thinking of what you all are doing. Have some nshima for me! More prayers at Mass this morning for you all! Get some rest and thanks for all the updates.
WOW 4 continents in 3 days - not bad!! Glad you all are there & safe! So many people came up to us after mass last night wanting us to know that you all are in their prayers - I hope you can feel them all.
We look forward to your posts - keep em coming!
Love Sally & Jack
Welcome to ZAMBIA I just heard from Brother Joseph that the group has arrived in Zambia! Have a wonderful and safe time. Work hard and greet all for me.
Most welcome back home Time does really go by very fast am so excited that you are already preparing to come. My memory of you guys is of Botswana when our tour van was surrounded by elephants and you kept telling me that I was afraid and indeed I was can't wait to have back..... am hoping you will be able to come to my new place am out of the city now " Lusaka"
Departure Dear Group, For those of you who have been before, you will have many more new experiences! For those of you where this is your first trip to Zambia, I am confident that your lives will be touched in ways you will not comprehend in the beginning but that will stay with you for the rest of your life.
Hello! Welcome to our travel blog. We are a group from Colorado traveling to Zambia to provide service, build relationships, and have cultural exchange. We will be bringing donated books, medical supplies, school supplies, and recreational equipment. We will also be teaching in schools and will be working in community nutrition and medical centers. Feel free to read all about our trip, post comments, send us messages and subscribe to our blog. We will keep you updated!... full info
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Well at least it is better than throwing watermelons around!
Best of luck to the group over there and I hope you accomplish what your goals were while there- I bet you will all walk away with having learned something that will stay with you for years!