Makaphutu Kids!

Last week the children at Makaphutu started their "holiday" or winter break. This means that those children that have any living relatives get to go visit them for three weeks. Unfortunately there are a few children who do not have any family to go to. We've been spending our time with them. We had a "family meeting" with all of the children before they left and it was wonderful. We ate chicken curry, listened and danced to music, jumped on the trampolene, and had a devotional. There was also open floor time for anyone who wanted to say something before everyone parted ways for the break. I, of course, started crying as I told them that my love for them was what brought me back and that I hoped they would enjoy their time with their family. It is important that they keep whatever connections they have with extended family so that when they graduate, they might have some resources and support. Although I am sad to see them leave for awhile, I am glad that they will have this time to build relationships. I am also looking forward to spending time with the 12 kids that will still be here. We want to make this time as enjoyable for them as we can. Here are some pictures of the memories that we have made at the children's village over the past two weeks. We've been dancing, jumping on the tramplene, took a trip to the beach, watched movies, and just yesterday started a "winter school" with them. We're helping them with math and English to give them a little boost before they go back to school. I love love these kids.