On Friday Mercy Care had their annual sports day. They had it at a big oval near the slum. We arrived and the atmosphere was electric; the kids were very excited and everyone wanted me to be on their team; bit of rivalry going on there LOL
I competed in two races; the 200m and the 100m. In both races I came third!! I couldn't believe it since I never run. I recieved a ribbon which I will be very proud to show you all when I get home. I got to stand on the podium too that was pretty cool :)
I LOVE hanging with these kids. They are incredibly fun and I feel like I am getting to know them so well. They all have such character! I coudn't believe how fast and long some of them could run. It was a pretty hot day too.
We walked back to the school with them afterward; and walked through part of the slum to get there. You can never get used to the overwhelming poverty. One girl pointed out her home to me. They have been through so much but they totally inspire me with the way they view life and their sense of fun. I am so looking forward to being with them the next two weeks.
I competed in two races; the 200m and the 100m. In both races I came third!! I couldn't believe it since I never run. I recieved a ribbon which I will be very proud to show you all when I get home. I got to stand on the podium too that was pretty cool :)
I LOVE hanging with these kids. They are incredibly fun and I feel like I am getting to know them so well. They all have such character! I coudn't believe how fast and long some of them could run. It was a pretty hot day too.
We walked back to the school with them afterward; and walked through part of the slum to get there. You can never get used to the overwhelming poverty. One girl pointed out her home to me. They have been through so much but they totally inspire me with the way they view life and their sense of fun. I am so looking forward to being with them the next two weeks.
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