So today we started our morning off at the Haven again with more of the same. Feeding and Language groups. It is always a good feeling when you drive up and kids coming running out, arms open, smiling faces to you. Oh, it is amazing. You can tell the kiddos are warming up to us more and more everyday and we are falling into their routines. We know when to feed, change, sleep, and change again. I really think we are helping the Aunties here. They have seemed to enjoy our presence and are beginning to like us. Slowly but surely, we are winning them over with our southern charm.
After lunch we packed our overnight bags and loaded up in the “Khaki Jackie” and headed to Livingston. 10 girls and 2 boys do not pack light, so the 2 hour (very bumpy, with less than desirable roads) drives was a wee bit cramped. We arrived and checked into the hotel for the night.
Everyone decided it was time for dinner so the quest for food was on. Some ate pizza, others had hamburgers, all were delicious. After dinner, everyone headed back to the hotel for some rest before heading out to the falls.
Victoria Falls was indescribable. Millions of gallons of water rushing with enough force to knock over tree and spray mist hundreds of feet in the air, AMAZING. The best part was on this rare occasion, we were able to see the “moonbow”. This occurs only when there is a full moon and the skies are clear. The light from the full moon cast a rainbow over the falls. It was breath taking. After capturing pictures of the bow, the group trekked around the falls to several other locations where the mist sprayed us like rain. A few brave souls (Rachel, Ian, Meghann, Jaime, Marga, Caroline, and Catherine) followed our dear guide across the bridge and were SOAKED when we returned.
I recommend everyone hopping a plane and coming to see this for yourselves, you will NOT be sorry.
Jaime
That sounds so cool! How long are you guys staying in Livingston? What all do you do in the language groups? I bet that's a great feeling to have the kids give you such a warm greeting!
ReplyDeleteWow, what a warm welcome you all received. I wish I could experience the falls you were able to enjoy. I will add that to my list of places to visit. I hope no one got car sick on the ride to the falls! How long was the hike on which you got soaked? What types of language lessons did you bring with you?
ReplyDeleteI was hoping for a picture of a moonbow or of the falls. Sounds like you all are having a wonderful time and working hard. Wash your hands a lot!
ReplyDeleteThe moonbow sounds incredible. Thank you for explaining it to those of us who didn't understand LOL. It is so great that you guys are falling into their routine so quickly. What are the language lessons like?
ReplyDeleteWow! Victoria falls sounds beautiful especially at night with the moonbow. I get the name now! Guess if it had been during the day the mist and soaking would have been refreshing. Especially if it's as hot there as it is here.
ReplyDeleteMoonbow!!! I wish I could have been there! How is Africa treating you all? Ever country has it's beautiful places and I'm glad you all got the chance experience it!!
ReplyDeleteCan I just say I am soooo jealous at the moment. I know you guys have seen some amazing things so far, whether it be one of the seven wonders of the world or seeing these kids thrive because of your amazing SLP abilities. What are some things you do with the babies that have difficulties feeding? Are there any special exercises or techniques you have been taught so far to help them?
ReplyDeleteI am so happy that everyone is getting the hang of the routines at the Haven and that the kiddos are warming up. I wish I would have seen the moon bow, it sounds amazing!!! How many clinicians are in the language groups? Do ya'll work in groups of two?
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