When we arrived at Mary Martha on 22 December for the Christmas Party the rains came down, heavily. The children were served their food then they ran over to the former chicken coop to eat. Inside fires were burning, smoke wafting, pots bubbling and children eating and smiling as the rain poured down. Everyone was happy; many jumping barefoot over the muddy puddles. Plates were circulating back and forth; as one person finished eating, plates were washed outside in a big water tub, ready for the person. You know it is a special celebration because meat is being served with rice. Children also ate nsima and greens.
There was great excitement when the rain stopped; time for
giving presents from St. Matthew’s Academy – yes, this is Christmas. What a wonderful atmosphere! The children looked excitedly at their
presents, ripped the Christmas paper apart then you could see them chatting and
showing their gifts to each other; lollies in mouths and much laughter. Older children were gathered round reading
the Christmas cards which were part of the present. I wish the donors could see the happiness the
children are experiencing on this day.
Finally there was singing and dancing of thanks to St. Matthew’s and
friends for providing the food and gifts.
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