Today was an exceptional day in that we managed to execute a plan we've had in the works for weeks. We connivingly convinced the staff at the orphanage to let us take 3 boys out for the day! We went swimming at a "fancy" hotel, which actually turned out fairly well. It didn't last long, but the boys seemed to enjoy their venture into the real world, if you will. They'd never really been outside of the compound before, so they looked a little shell-shocked as we drove by taxi through Kumasi. The strange thing about orphans is how surprisingly well behaved they are...in that they'll sit still for ages because that's what they're used to - no stimulation. It was so nice to see these kids looking like actual normal children for once. Outside of the filth and ambivalance of the orphanage, they fit in quite nicely with the rest of the world. Somehow their ringworm wasn't as worrying and their strange sores could easily have more reasonable explanations.
Unfortunately I wasn't a whole lot of help today as I'm still not feeling top-notch. I passed out while asking inside the hotel for towels, which was quite embarrassing as I fell onto the wall and had to be propped up on a chair. Still feeling fairly rubbish, and it will be nice to get home and into bed. But I thought I'd stop by here quickly as I pass by it anyway...
Recently I've lacked the energy for a good, in-depth post. Luckily I'll be home soon to have some proper rest and tell some better stories. For now, hope everyone is a bit better than I am. :]
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It was good to talk with you today. I'm sorry you aren't feeling well, but am praying you are getting a good night's rest and will wake up with more energy, ready to enjoy your last day at the orphanage. What an achievement, to take some of the orphans on a swimming field trip! Must have felt good...Keep up the good work, and "don't grow weary doing good." Take good care of yourself, Julia. Love and hugs from Mum and Dad.
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