Wednesday: Everything Going Great

 Hard to imagine how concerned we were about the camp and how things would go on Monday when we learned of the additional 100+ children.   Everything is going so well.   Today was even a bit hot with the sun shining all day. 

Shirley and Linda provided a real first time moment for the children--Blow bubbles.  The children had never seen blow bubbles and they loved them.   Even the adults were amazed by them.   Everyday, we are reminded how we take so much for granted in the US.  Also, we are reminded how the simple things bring great joy and some of the most fascinating moments in life. 

 The theme for today was taste. The children really enjoyed Septima's class with all the "tasting".   

 

 

 The children made wooden fish with magnets.  This related to the story of Jesus feeding the 5000 with loaves and fishes.  They did a great job painting and designing their fish.  

 During recreation the younger children really enjoyed playing Drop the Handkerchief and Steal the Bacon. 

 The teenagers were introduced to Over and Under.  This game is a favorite at every camp that we do in Kenya.  Shirley tells us that the youth at Koinonia still play Over and Under as one of their favorite games.  Meg Hunt introduced to game to them about five years ago.   The teenagers really got into the camp with cheers. 

 Pastor Charles leads the children's ministry.  Here he is explaining the needs of the camp for tomorrow during tea time.   Margaret is enjoying her tea with milk and sugar.  The tea is so hot that boiling water would cool it down. 

 Ralph, Australian businessman, and his daugther, Rachel, stopped by today to see the camp and after the camp to meet with the local pastors and church leaders about how to start and operate a successful business.  Rachel really enjoyed working with the children.   Bonnie encouraged her to stay the next couple of days and to join us on future trips.  Bonnie and Septima review the day.