soo... friday was quite an interesting day. we started off with a "lecture" by steve. he told us his story of how his family was exiled from south africa before he was born. i still cannot get over the fact that some of the history of south africa is so recent. like we actually can converse with people who have gone through those events.
then, it was off to robben island. and holy crap.. was that the most terrible boat ride EVER! we had to get on a boat.. and robben is about 13 km from the mainland. it was soo rocky. i felt so sick. everyone told me how terrible i looked.. haha.. thanks guys! i ended up getting sick in the men's single bathroom in the bottom level of the boat. i've never felt so terrible on a boat ride.
robben island was.. depressing. it was a great experience being there and just witnessing the place where nelson mandela was prisoner for about 18 years. we got to hear of some of the terrible things that occurred in the prison and look at the cell. to be honest, i felt so drained from the boat ride before, i do not think that i could fully appreciate where i was at that moment. we then continued on a tour of robben island and learned there was more history to the island than just the prisons.
saturday.. was a very long. and it started off quite early! it was our safari day. to keep it short and sweet.. we saw some very cool animals.. including cheetahs! oh.. and we saw two young male giraffes sparring. it was pretty sweet!
sunday.. today.. we went into the township where we will be staying with our host families. we also attended a church service. it was just amazing! the congregation sounded like a professional choir! awesome, awesome experience. i loved how faith goes beyond language. erin and i are paired for our homestay.. and we have the most amazing mom! her name is Noxie. she has this radiant smile that makes you just as happy. she is so warm and kind and excited to spend time with us. she is a first grade teacher, and we will be following her to visit her class. AND.. she's gonna teach us how to cook.. and the last day of our homestay.. we're gonna party at her house! potluck style.
i am having a bit of trouble putting up pics.. but i will try later!
i really miss everyone.. and i hope all is well back in the states!
peace out!
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I just started reading your blogs! I'm so excited for you and jealous! It sounds like you are having the most amazing time. I can't wait to hear all your stories. AND I would just like to mention that they had Nando's Chicken in London too and it is one of the greatest restaurants ever! ha ha I love you and miss you and I'm praying for you as well!
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