On our last day, we did an afternoon of fun activities with the New Hope children. I was on face painting duty! I painted faces for 3 hours! The kiddies knew exactly what they wanted, so that made it all a little easier. I dont think I have painted that many faces in my whole life!
On our last day, the school held a farewell assembly for us. The kids presented a really fabulous program and there were some very heart felt speeches. It was a very special celebration of a fantastic trip and really touched us, as the people were so thankful that we had come to help them. To us, it felt like such a small thing, but the local people really poured out their love and appreciation for us. So humbling!
Such CUTE kids! My little rebel mate is on the left.
The whole village celebrated Yantos graduation
*sorry, my apostrophe key doesnt work.... its annoying the teacher in me....*
Yanto and the team. He was so thrilled to have us there and watch the perfect host. We were given the scarves as a token of appreciation for the incredible work New Hope does.
That day we drove for at least 8 hours. Those of you who know me well would know that I never sit up if there is an opportunity for me to put my legs up in some kind of way. Case in point.
Little Ferdi! Proudly showing me his bedroom and his clothes.
This is Martin. The hardest worked I have ever met! Absolute legend.
Bento. I think he was meant to be preparing some of the dinner but, surprise, surprise, he is eating tamarin....!
The second funniest moment of my life. Jade and Bunks trying betelnut. It was hilarious until I realised that they were getting dizzy. Then I started getting worried. No adverse side effects thankfully!
Driving into Kupang. Scooters everywhere! This is considered quiet on the roads.
A walk-a-thon with the students from Elpida School. Through the rice fields - stunning!
Part of the farewell assembly - the girls performed a dance for us. Very impressive!
A photo with all of the staff of Elpida. Plus a bunch of prac students.
The AMAZING lunch we were served in Yantos village.
Leon entertained some of the villagers with his fireworks. Plenty of shrieks and yells of excitement!
We visited this beautiful waterfall on the way home from the Mission Posts. Impressive, hey!
Kids during assembly. The cutest.
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| Chris, a Theological College student, helping out with the concrete pour. Everyone got involved! Such great unity. |
Even Moses and the New Hope kids got amongst it. They looked stoked, hey!
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| I LOVE coconut! |
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The Dethans receiving their scarves. A real ceremony! |
Yanto and I. What an achievement, mate!
More fireworks from Leon. The villagers were so disappointed when it was over.
The New Hope girls in their dorm.
Volleyball - the New Hope boys can be found playing a game every afternoon.
Church at the Mission Post in Pili.
The scarf ceremony in Pili.
The walk-a-thon. I love the bright colours.
With some of the senior secondary girls I taught.
Joining in with the dance performance, much to the delight of the students!
Gotta have a silly shot!
Some more of the students.
The babi. Before we ate it!
The very first pour of concrete. History in the making!
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