Hello again,
Two posts in one week... you lucky ducks! (Though I won't even comment on the quality of these posts... I haven't really been in the writing mood recently)
All of the volunteers in Lesotho recently gathered for a joint All-Volunteer conference and 50th Anniversary Celebration. The 50th celebration had speeches, singing, dancing and even the King attended. It was fun to get dressed up and hear the good things people had to say about the work we're doing (recognition is always nice!) and that they hope the States will continue to send volunteers here. The cultural dancing was great fun to watch - I'd seen the female dance before but the male dance is very entertaining, with lots of stomping and showy moves.
The King did not give a speech but plenty of other important people did - one of whom was the principal of my school! He was incredibly honored and (I think) did a great job. After the ceremony, they split us into groups (important people, school dance troups and everyone else) and he made it into the important people tent; when I saw him later, he was absolutely beaming at the honor of eating in the King's tent.
I'm told the celebrations were televised but I doubt I'll be able to find a television in time to watch it! I do think the photos will find their way to some website somewhere.
Not too much else to report. I have something like 12 weeks left! All my appointments are scheduled (medical, dental, language assessment, etc) and I'm more than ready to leave! (...though I will miss this place once I'm gone)
Love from Africa
-katie
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