Emily and Harry here reporting from The Gambia in the early hours of the morning because it's hot, sticky, sweaty and humid... and the heat and malaria tablets are inducing some cranky dreams and hallucinations!!
Today Tibatou school was having a leaving party for the older children which are moving up to the next school. We had the honor of presenting some of the children who had the best attendance and grades with some awards (wrapped presents). Literally experienced a Vicar of Dibley "4 Christmas Dinner" situation as platter after platter was put in front of us all day!!! And when with 'Alfa' (another chiefy type of guy) we had to eat with our hands which was interesting... and I think perhaps a little less messy than with cutlery?
Oh and some exciting news, we've been invited to a massive celebration party in a near by village and will get to meet The Gambian president!! I think this is on the 28th but they said they'd remind us nearer the time! So hopefully can let you know all about it soon!
KC's little girl Ashya. Possibly the smallest and cutest thing in the world!
Alfa is the guy in an Emily sandwich. .... Eating our 5th meal with our hands :) cause we're native.
Glad to see you haven't forgotten how to enjoy yourselves and lovely to see the pictures. Looks like a fabulous place to be and I would love to be there right now. (We're expecting rain all weekend!)
ReplyDeleteYour Dad's back from Kiev with more strange stories but we'll catch up when you're back. Keep the stories coming...
Much love, Mum, Dad, James, Nelson "rolph!" and the piglets. xxxxxxx
Hi there, loving the photos and updates! Keep 'em coming! Looks as though you're having an absolutely amazing time. Ewan's driven the Aston Martin today and loved every second... Even got a break in the rain!
ReplyDeleteEnjoyed talking to you and Harry tonight.
Mum
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