This morning the wake-up call for some, were the crows on the tin roof. They must have been having a dance up there. Breakfast was a special surprise. Sr Marjory had set up the table with a Valentine theme. A very thoughtful gesture and at lunch the Johns distributed chocolate bars to everyone. Thank you all.
Charlotte, Colleen and Winnie went to play games with the student mentors and Paul joined us as well. This morning we took spoons from the kitchen and tried the new card game called, ‘Spoons’. The children and adults enjoyed it very much and it was one on the all time favourites. We switched back to dominoes the all-time favourite. Paul (teacher) was an enthusiastic player and we hope will provide guidance on the games after we leave. We were so happy to have teacher Vincent and Janet, a student join us, both of whom are totally blind. That didn’t stop them and they played about 4 games of dominoes very well.
John and John worked with the glaziers, plumbers, painters and electricians who are doing an excellent job in a short time. All these details will make a huge difference for life at the school.
Today Betty Jane attended a first aid course which she had advocated for. Maureen and Mr. Malambo were the main presenters. There were 16 participants from schools, St Mary’s Secondary School, the Development Skills Training Centre and St Mary’s Special school. Teachers, sisters and house parents attended. The session came together in a few days and will be a tremendous help in caring for the children and keeping students and staff safe.
Yesterday a large tree fell on the power lines and a crew worked all day to remove it. It was a large pine tree probably about 24 inches in diameter. It was recycled into planks with a chainsaw, with work going all day long.
The tree cut power cut to the school but the lights stayed on because of the power stored in the solar batteries which were provided by ICC supporters about a year ago. This area has many intermittent power failures so these batteries are certainly appreciated.
Saturday evening was Scrabble night again and this time Sister Marjory was the rookie player. She followed Sr Barbara’s example and scored very well and beat some seasoned players.
Painting the orientation classroom.
School beginners.
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| Valentines breakfast |
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| Thank you Sr Marjory |
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| Playing the card game, 'Spoons'. |
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| First Aid course participants |
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| Janet and Mr Vincent enjoying a game of dominoes. |
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| Teacher Paul enjoys playing cards. |
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This year the glazier had only 14 window panes
to replace. Last time was 160. |
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| Zesco Power workers restoring power to the convent. |
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| First Aid presenters Maureen and Mr. Malambo |
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| Practicing resuscitating the Red Cross doll. |
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| Cutting the large fallen tree into planks. |
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| An appreciative audience watching the tree cutting. |
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| Solar storage batteries |
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| Closeup of the solar system. |
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