Just another manic Monday

I apologise for the cheesy title but today seriously was manic! Between us Matt, David and I taught seven classes at Safe Haven. There are eight grades in the school and we did all but seventh grade. We started off with grade eight and then going into grade one, which is quite a transition! We told them the story of the wise and foolish builders and how Jesus said we need to build our lives on good strong stuff like believing in him. David's drama skills have proved useful for being able to make up actions on the spot! All children love it when we teach them the English for animals with some pretty crazy actions. Head, shoulders, knees and toes is also an all round favourite and it provides many laugh for children and teachers, especially when it gets faster and faster! As it was our last day we wanted to leave the children with something, so we gave every child in the school a little colourful cross on a key chain. We told them that this is the cross which reminds us of Jesus and how much he loves us. These were well received.

We have also been a part of the teacher staff meetings where we've given them ideas and suggestions and Matt has taught them new teaching methods (especially in Maths!).  Even though we have only been there three times we tried to support and guide as best we could. They already had a good curriculum and a way of organising the school but we were there to be that little extra "icing on the cake".

Matt's favourite moment:  I really enjoyed working with the grade 6's. I was able to be with them everyday whilst at Safe Haven and I built a really good relationship with them.

David's favourite moment: I really enjoyed teaching them head, shoulders, knees and toes. They were so enthusiastic and when we were getting faster and faster it was just so funny! They're faces were priceless, and something I will always remember.

My favourite moment: One of the reasons I decided to join the team was because I had a dream that i was at Safe Haven teaching the children the song Alleluia, Praise ye The Lord!' and today that dream came true! It was truly breathtaking!

I think something that we would all agree on and that we loved is their enthusiasm. That is what made it enjoyable for us.

This evening we were able to go out for a meal again to one of the casinos. This time Chomno took us and we were joined by Leeta, Kenga and Andy. This casino was particularly grand. We went to a restaurant that had five different menus, it was very odd seeing Thai, Italian and English food all on the same table! It was a fab evening of laughter (whilst Celine Dion played in the background) and fellowship together. It is all a stark contrast to the world just a few hundred metres away outside.

We have really gelled well as a group and have made some fantastic friends here.  God has been so good to us, from a safe, smooth flight and just blessing after blessing. We definitely are all meant to be here.

Love and hugs to all,

Ellie :)