Friday, February 8, 2008

Pouring in Uganda

What a day it is so hard to discribe.Some of the boys from the ex street kids came to meet us and we walked to there place.The shops are just shed's they open up and sale anything you can imagine.After ging to the American Embassy we went to the boys place they hang out in.To get there the "slum" we had to go through was unimaginable.It was peltting and the women were hudled together tryng to cook,sell things with chickens running around and tiny kids.So near the affluence of the Embassy.
When I was lying in bed listening to the thunder and rain all I could think of were the people in the "slums"that is what they call it.With their linking roofs mud everywhere drains and sewage being washed arund and so many squeezed into one room.It breaks yur heartWe had an amazing tme hanging out with the boys and yung men making jewerry to sell.playing cards and hearing their terrible stories.They are amazing.We are so lucky.
Annie has done us a special deal withe the hotel and we pay only $1.25 for ur evening meal.
If any kid is reading this.The children go to school from 7.30am to abut 6.00 to 6.30 pm!!!!!!!!
Time is running out.Sue

13 comments:

Anonymous said...

Thanks for the update, what an incredible experience you are having. Can't believe you are actually there, and I can't believe those stories. Love you, God Bless Pips, Paul, and Malachi
You both are in our prayers.
Miss you tons!

Anonymous said...

Mum, Wow your their! From the sounds of it, it is already becoming a life changing experience...To go from the luxury of North America to a third world country sure puts life into perspective. Glad you seem to be enjoying yourself. What you and Drew are doing is wonderful!
All the best and may both of you have a blessed trip.
Love Yah Katie & Lorne

Anonymous said...

I can't stop checking for more updates! I hope all is well and that the reality of things isn't too hard. Everyone here is thinking of you lots everyday! I pray that God gives you direction for our project and that safety never becomes an issue for you and Drew while you're there. We love you and can't wait 'till the next update!

Love,
Noelle, Micah and Bosco!

Anonymous said...

Hi Mum! Are you having fun in Uganda? Has it stopped raining yet? Have you seen any animals yet?
Amhuda & Devadas came to the cabin yesterday and we had a lot of fun, snowshoeing, playing hide and go seek, they brought some turkey soup for lunch. It's being snowing all weekend. John did some tidying up, and Micheal got tested and was the only one in his group that is able to turn! We went skiing with Matthew on friday night too!

We pray for you everyday!
Love, John & Michael.

Anonymous said...

hi sue

i guess you will have a lot to tell us when you get back. i am looking forward to hearing about your adventures. in the meantime, stay safe and well and take advantage of every minute. . we miss you and pray for you

Anonymous said...

Finally got to sit down and read your blog Sue! It sounds like an amazing experience.... I look forward to hearing about it when you get back, and I can call you!
I'm not sure when you arrive back but Godbless you with a safe journey.
Loads of love Lizzie xx

Anonymous said...

Hi Sue!
Wow! Sounds like you're having a great experience so far. Praying for you lots. See you soon!
Julia and Charlie

Adina's class said...
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Anonymous said...

Hello Mom, I had my virus on my computer, and I watched the movie called Yours, Mine & Ours.


Love,

Elijah

Adina's class said...

Hi Sue,
We have been reading your blog as a class. It is really wonderful what you are doing, and the kids are learning a lot. I would love if you would come and talk to the class once you return. Enjoy yourself and stay safe. The kids have posted some messages for you!
Adina

Adina's class said...

Hi mom how are today? me dad matt and mike miss you a lot how hot is it in afica how is Drew? what is the food like there? did any animals like an elifints? i hope you are haveing fun in uganda the hole famley are praying for you erey day what is the tempureture in uganda on the way back from the caben dad almost crashed into a car because of the icey rode.you are so luky to go to afica see you on the 19th of feb

love your son John

Anonymous said...

Hi mum how is Uganda i hope you having fun with Drw we all miss you a lots we will pray abut the Kids in uganda and give thim hartsof love and i will see mum on the 19th Love lots mattb

Anonymous said...

Hiya Sue - Thinking about you awaaaaay over there... you're in my prayers. Can't wait to read more updates. Thanks for doing this blog.

wordXskype starts up when you're back.. hope you can join us!

big hugs, Donna