Day 2: Arrival at Manyenje
Today's post is by Annie T and Aniker V:
Early this morning we were treated with a huge feast for
breakfast at fisherman's rest.
We also got out first taste of Malawian porridge as well.
After that, we embarked on a rather bumpy but interesting
trip to Manyenje Village.
Along the way, we made several sightings that were far from
home. The most amusing out of all these things was probably spotting a woman
with an old china teapot on her head.
After settling down in our village we had a very warm
welcome from everyone and met the chief in a welcoming ceremony where there was
some singing, speeches by both of us and some impressive gymnastics by Caitlin.
After finishing the formal welcoming we got to participate
in some dancing and fun interaction with the Manyenje children.
We have had an incredible first day and we can't wait for
what is to come.
Lots of love to everyone from Annie and Aniker on behalf of
team 2.'
Our Leader's Stars for today were Izzie Jones and Aniker for
volunteering to wash up dinner.
Plus special mention to Niamh and Lydia for their singing in
the welcome ceremony.
Day 3: Work begins
Today has been the first day working on the project with the
community. One group (group 1) that included Freya, Izzi, Lydia, Preet, Niamh
and Megan walked to the brick farm and created a chain passing bricks along to
be built into the kiln. It was very dusty but we played games along the way.
The other group (group 2) included Anastasia, Hebe, Annie,
Elizabeth, Caitlin, Anneka and Alice worked on home improvements such as
improving the sophistication of our taps!
We then had a snack of delicious Malawian doughnuts which Mr
Tothill ate 12 of...
Group 1 then did more home improvements whereas group 2 went
to the feeding centre and played with the children.
After lunch we went to the site and worked alongside the
community to begin brick laying and filling wheelbarrows with mortar.
We then had lovely cold showers before a dinner of potatoes
and veg made by Annie and Elizabeth, which was yummy.
Hugs and kisses to all,
Megan and Anastasia.
Stars of the day:
Annie T for her impressive hoeing in the garden.
Preet for being there for her friends and her
French-plaiting skills.
Mr T's special commendation goes to Freya and Niamh for
their toil in the washing up area.
