The past week has been more relaxing due to the Easter Holiday. The kids had some time off school and we went on lots of walks and played many different games. They have relentless energy and I am no match for it. But I do my best to keep up!
This week they are taking their final exams for the semester. The older children have 14 subjects and have a test for each of them! I think I am more stressed out by this schedule than the kids are. We have had some study hours and for the most part they are doing well.
As for me, I am slowly picking up some African habits (mostly for the entertainment of the kids). This weekend Fudia's daughter braided my hair. It took FIVE hours. But I am now the proud owner of a nice set of cornrows. I must say it is a lot cooler. Since some of the staff was off this weekend, I ate a few meals with the kids. They all eat communally, with 2 to 4 people sharing a plate. Instead of silverware, they eat with their hands. A feat that is even more impressive considering all their meals consist of lots of rice and some sauce. Definitely not the easiest meals to eat without a fork. They suggested I try eating with my hands, and were delighted when I actually did. It was not as hard as I expected. You scoop up some rice, squish it into a loose ball, and pop it in your mouth. Yum!
Please post a picture of your hair!!!
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