:) I'm glad you found the comments! Sorry I didn't leave more comments, but I never stopped reading! Can't wait until you come home, hub isn't the same without you!
YOU CRACK ME UP!!! So funny that you JUST figured out how to find comments....I wondered why no one else had commented but did realize that you have to 'approve' the comments before they're viewable....
I am SO SO SO proud of you, Em and can't imagine the emotions you are going through this week. Just know that we've all been there with something in our lives that we know is ending but don't want it to! It is HARD but you will make it through.
I think your Mom is planning to stop to see us when she meets you at the airport - hope I'll get to see you, too! Can't wait to see how you've changed - because I am SURE you have.
Take care and have a great trip home.
Love ya lots,
Aunt Jody
Keep up good work I'm so glad you have had the opportunity to go and am sure you will never forget all the things you experienced.
Our prayers are with you - and look forward to seeing you soon.
Wow!! Emily, I just got through reading your blogs, and I was truly touched. What a neat opportunity you have to impact the lives of these children. As you said in one of your entries, what you are experiencing is a life-changing experience, and what a blessing the Lord has given you. I don't recall how long you are going to be in Namibia-- but if you are going to be teaching some actual classes, it doesn't sound like too short term. I'll be praying for you. Love, Aunt Suzanne
Wow! That sounds like it truly was an unbelievable experience. It seems that after one has experienced something, or knowledge about conditions is gained, one becomes morally responsible to do something about it, as you said in your entry. VERY touching to read Mr. T's insights as well. What a truly humbling experience that must have been for all of you.
Love you,
Tara
Wow! Hi Emily, Auntie Jody gave me the link to your blog. it's amazing reading about your experience! I'd love to do something like that one day, but it scares me to death:) We're reading the book The White Masai right now for book club and there are a lot of similarities to what you say and what she experienced in the book. It's really amazing to me the way the tribes live off the land with just a few ingredients available to them, when they are available, and how they still manage to survive and raise children and animals and have their own set of rules and traditions. I'll keep up on your story there, and look forward to seeing your pictures. Enjoy every second, I'm sure it will go fast, and it is such a priveledge! I"ll keep you and the rest and the kids in my prayers! Is there an address where we could send you stuff for the kids?? CAndy, pencils, etc. ANything you need?
Sounds like you are having an amazing time. I was overjoyed to see your name in the background of one of the pictures!! I'm so glad that not only are you learning from the kids and your teacher but that she can also learn from you. can't wait to hear more :)
Teaching Lessons Great post, Emily! I love reading your reflections on your experiences. It's interesting that the teacher is excited to learn from you. How unusual for "an experienced" teacher to be so open to learn from their "student" teacher. Too bad we aren't all as open as she is! I can't imagine what you are learning and processing each and every day. I think this will continue long after you are back at PLU. I'm sure your experiences - both as a person and a teacher, will forever influence who you become and how you teach. Thanks for sharing it on your blog. I'm quite jealous of you, having always wanted to go to Africa. Enjoy your trip and God bless you. Debbie Cato
YTour trip to the North Emily,
What you are wrtiting about is amazing. I was crying as I was reading it and looing at the pictures. I just can't quit saying "What a great experience". Take it all in. Love Nanny
Great reporting! We enjoy following your experiences in Namibia. And the pictures help us get a feel of what life is like for the Himba people. It sounds like you're going to make the most of this opportunity. We continue to keep you in our prayers. Walk close to God. We love you.
Emily, So glad that Grandma forwarded your travel experience to Namibia. I cannot believe what a wonderful experience
you are having! I would love to hear of all of your experiences. Keep up the good work and keep writing and sending
pictures!
If you do not remember me, I joined Grandma with you and Jordan for breakfast at Berts. I am glad that I had the
opportunity to know you and I was very impressed. And you have a great grandmother! Looking forward to hearing
more.
\"Ruined\" The Jesuit Volunteers have a term for what you just described. They call it "ruined for life" because they will nenve be the same after their one or two year service.
Reaction Emily, Your journal entry is so moving. It's a stark reality that we have so much and others have so little. I think we are given opportunities like you have not just for the experience but to challenge us to be different. Whether it's through education others (like you are doing with your journal), getting involved in world issues, or just being more grateful and appreciative of what you have here at home, your life has forever been changed by the imprint of what you've seen. Blessings to you as you continue your journey.
Hey Em!
I am so excited for you! It sounds like an awesome experience, and it is just like you to jump right in and have a great time with the kids! Love you, Hannah
Hey Emily! I can't believe they had you teaching on the first day!! Did they behave ok for you?? And why are they just now starting school?? Keep up the good work! Miss you! Sarah
sooo lucky! I am so happy to hear from you, and that your travels were safe, if long. I can picture you in class with those beautiful kids and wish I were with you. You will bring as much to them as they will give to you! Enjoy every moment and take it all in!!! Love, Julie
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I'm glad you found the comments! Sorry I didn't leave more comments, but I never stopped reading! Can't wait until you come home, hub isn't the same without you!