After our usual 6 stops on the metro, all 14 of us arrived at St. George's for a morning of teaching. We began in Class 3 where we saw many familiar, smiling faces. We taught them 'Count on me' by Bruno Mars and, judging by all of the giggles and smiles, they thoroughly enjoyed it. We moved on to Class 2 where we sang Bill Wither's 'Lean on me'. This again was a big hit with all of the kids who seemed to particularly enjoy the accompanying dance moves. After a quick break, we headed into Class 4. We once again sang 'Lean on me' with Suzanna and Siofra leading the way.
After a mouthwatering Biryani cooked by the one and only Patrick, we made our way back to St. Mary's. Here we were joined by three of the Year 12 girls who gave us us beautiful Mehndis (Henna tattoos) We shared some cake, chatted and danced around the sitting room. I think that we can all agree that we are completely and utterly overshadowed on the dancing front but it was great fun nonetheless.
We played a few games of table tennis with Brother Ronnie where he out-shined us all with ease. After a few of us helped with the soup kitchen, we played a competitive game of basketball in the yard. Contrary to the usual train of events, Brother Ronnie's team lost by a long shot. We washed up, ate dinner and are now settling down for our second last reflection. The trip has absolutely flown by!
PS. A big thanks to Ms. O'Brien for the lovely message!
P.S. Finally managed to sell Ailbhe to a nice Indian man. Took quite a while but we managed to cut her loose with a surplus of 3000 rupees. Huge relief off our shoulders! @Bridget 1 down, 5 to go.
After a mouthwatering Biryani cooked by the one and only Patrick, we made our way back to St. Mary's. Here we were joined by three of the Year 12 girls who gave us us beautiful Mehndis (Henna tattoos) We shared some cake, chatted and danced around the sitting room. I think that we can all agree that we are completely and utterly overshadowed on the dancing front but it was great fun nonetheless.
We played a few games of table tennis with Brother Ronnie where he out-shined us all with ease. After a few of us helped with the soup kitchen, we played a competitive game of basketball in the yard. Contrary to the usual train of events, Brother Ronnie's team lost by a long shot. We washed up, ate dinner and are now settling down for our second last reflection. The trip has absolutely flown by!
PS. A big thanks to Ms. O'Brien for the lovely message!
P.S. Finally managed to sell Ailbhe to a nice Indian man. Took quite a while but we managed to cut her loose with a surplus of 3000 rupees. Huge relief off our shoulders! @Bridget 1 down, 5 to go.
Hello again to the lovely Lotus Ladies. I am with my Mum and sister, and we have read through each day of the blog, thoroughly enjoying every word and photo. It is absolutely wonderful, an exciting visual and descriptive tale of a once in a lifetime trip. I am so pleased that you've had such a huge variety of experiences, from working with the children, to the cultural visits, to the different places of worship and the reality of life in Kolkata, with all its beauty and challenges. I am really looking forward to hearing your personal accounts; Ailbhe, please don't worry, we want you home, forget the marriage!
ReplyDeleteSafe travelling home, and have a good rest on your return.
Blessings to you all, as always,
Mrs Moiselle.
Great to see all your photos and read the account of your trip- looks like you are having a wonderful experience. Enjoy your last few days. Love the Henna tattoos! Louise (Reynolds- Anna’s Mum) x
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