Here are some random photos from my week. We drew mustaches on some of the older boys when they were moody and tired to try to make them smile. They were THRILLED (sarcasm). That was hilarious.


This past weekend I was able to go to a rugby game in Durban! We took about 13 older kids and they had a blast. Rugby is not the main sport they like to watch, but they had a great time. This girl with me is one of the girls who I have connected with so much. She has a great heart and is so eager and open. I look forward to see what God does in her life.

A highlight of my week: Sunday night my good friend from church, Dan, came! He is here for 6 weeks to do some professional photography workshops with the kids as well as computer graphics lessons. It is GREAT to have him here and the kids are so excited! He is getting his bearings and starting some of the workshops today with the older kids.

This past week, the kids were on vacation from school and so we ran some organized team activities that were really fun for the kids and juvenile grown ups like myself! We worked in teams all week and had to come up with songs, dance routines, do a variety of things like obstacle courses, paintball battles, and pool races. I was the leader of the older girls team and really bonded with them through it! I continue to build relationships with them, which can be hard at times. But everyday it reminds me of God's love for me--there were so many times he tried to come near to me and I just didn't let him in. I am so thankful for a God who doesn't give up.

Here is one of the older girls who I have been getting to know. One things she absolutely loves, is taking care of the toddlers. I can totally see her running a day care someday. And they just adore her.
The big challenge for me nowadays is connecting with the oldest boys, so you can pray for me!