Hard to believe we have spent our last day with the kids. The week has gone so fast and yet it feels like we have been here forever. We got to go to Trees of Glory and spend time with the kids and let them enjoy a huge feast. This included three goats that were slaughtered this morning. The kids loved the meal! We were even able to share some food with some of the kids family members. They came and hovered on the edge of the property watching closely. We were then able to motion them over and give them a much needed meal.
Afterward, we played on the playground with their new equipment, a slide and merry go round. Of course a soccer ball was soon brought out and a very competitive game between the Ethiopians and the Americans was played. Needless to say, the very talented Ethiopians were victorious. We did give them a run for it though!
Soon it was time to make our final goodbyes. The founder and director of Trees of Glory thanked us and prayed a blessing over us. So much emotion. I hope to see them again one day.
Sunrise over Addis
Women carrying loads of wood down the mountain.
Ethiopian countryside
This little one just got new pants and shoes! Look at that smile!!
Making injera
Cooking the goats that were slaughtered.
Our potty....the toilet was brought in just for us.
Enjoying their feast!
Lunch with the kids.
They LOVE having their pictures taken!
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