Ruta with enthusiastic colorers

The Power of Play

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April 1st 2009
Ruta witing……I am a firm believer in the power of play. When playing simple games with kids, you show by your actions that you want to spend time with them. You like who they are. You share your time, your game pieces, and your turn to win. It’s also fun! When we visit the Safe House each weekend, we usually bring donations or candy, and we play. The kids play checkers or a variation of it ... read more

Africa » Ethiopia » Addis Ababa Region » Addis Ababa

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Unique among African countries, the ancient Ethiopian monarchy maintained its freedom from colonial rule, with the exception of the 1936-41 Italian occupation during World War II. In 1974 a military junta, the Derg, deposed Emperor Haile SELASSIE (wh... ... read more