Sunday morning I discovered that I have contracted my first sickness—nothing too bad or unfamiliar, but still frustrating. I was able to eat breakfast before going to church. Church was great! The people of Namwianga Church of Christ gather in a nice size auditorium with wooden benches and concrete floors. I noticed that they had lights as well as a sound system, but a few of the lights were out. Still, we could see just fine because of the many windows. Although I did have trouble understanding some of their speech, I really enjoyed the experience of worshipping with brothers and sisters so far away. We sang songs that I have sung back home. The congregation sang very loudly. It was heart and soul touching.
Mid-sermon, I went to drink some water and my bottle sort of exploded in my face—pretty hilarious and slightly embarrassing, but it is all good. Toward the end of church, we were [quasi-awkwardly] introduced to the congregation via a member there and Dr. Tullos, who passed the microphone around so we could introduce ourselves. When I spoke into the mic, I said “Im Anna Denton…WHOA THIS IS LOUD [laughter]…and I am a speech-pathology student.” And so not only was I introduced, but my personality as well …
After church we were greeted by a few, and some kids ran into other’s arms. I was jealous because it is my DREAM that one will do this to me while I am here. It is coming though I believe.
The rest of the afternoon consisted of fixing and having leftovers for lunch and unloading a big container full of boxes of supplies we will use. At some point I laid down for a nap because I felt bad, but I was able to get up and take my second hot shower in a row! I’m thinking the afternoon is the prime time to reap the benefits the solar showers have to offer!
All in all, a relaxing Sunday despite being a little sick [I have withheld mentioning details to keep things happy, but worry not…I am on meds! Love you all!
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